MWSS assures no water shortage in Metro Manila in 2025

The Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS) assured on Thursday that Metro Manila will not face a water shortage throughout 2025 as the country transitions to the hot dry season.

Patrick James Dizon, MWSS Engineering and Technical Operations Group Acting Deputy Administrator, said recent rains and favorable weather conditions have increased water levels in reservoirs beyond target elevations reached by the end of 2024.

Water levels at Angat Dam are currently at 212.88 meters, higher than the normal level of 212 meters, providing a buffer against potential shortages well into 2025.

MWSS plans to implement additional water sources such as treatment plants in Laguna Lake, Cavite, and Marikina to maintain sufficiency throughout the year.

Water concessionaires like Maynilad Water Services and Manila Water Co. are also taking proactive steps to prevent service interruptions due to maintenance activities necessary for sustained reliability.

Consumers can expect no increase in water rates this summer season despite recent tariff adjustments by water concessionaires.