Marcos OKs review of flood control projects after severe flooding

President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. expressed openness to lawmakers reviewing government flood control projects following severe flooding caused by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine.

Marcos acknowledged that existing flood-control measures were overwhelmed by the recent storm's intensity, noting it was unprecedented in Philippine history and nearly doubled the rainfall brought by Typhoon Ondoy in 2009.

During a visit to Batangas on Monday, November 4, Marcos admitted that current infrastructure is 'not enough' to overcome unprecedented weather events like Kristine.

The President emphasized the need for revising flood control masterplans and making infrastructure ready not just for the 100-year flood but also for more frequent climate-induced calamities.

Marcos directed relevant departments including DPWH, DENR, and other agencies to revise flood control plans in light of recent weather events.

Senate President Francis 'Chiz' Escudero announced that senators would question agencies about their budget allocations for flood control during upcoming deliberations following the widespread flooding caused by Kristine.