Rappler's latest stories on Metro Manila water shortage
LIVE: House hearing on rotational water service interruptions in Metro Manila
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How does Duterte intend to solve the water crisis?
The President seeks ‘extraordinary powers’
[ANALYSIS] Duterte to take over water distribution? That spells disaster
Prior to privatization in 1997, water was distributed, not by private corporations, but by a government agency called the MWSS. It did a crappy job.
Duterte mulls gov't takeover of Maynilad, Manila Water if water shortage escalates
The President may take this course of action if the water shortage reaches emergency levels, says Malacañang
Water shortage may prompt 'drastic' action from Duterte vs Manila Water, Maynilad
Malacañang also denies that the water shortage, the second in 2019, is being used to push for the Kaliwa Dam project signed with China
Maynilad, Manila Water warn service interruptions may happen again
The Angat Dam's level remains low, which means Maynilad and Manila Water customers could face yet another round of daily service interruptions
Manila Water says 24-hour supply availability restored 100%
Manila Water says the Angat Dam 'continues to struggle' to reach the ideal water level, but the company has been able to address its supply deficit
Manila Water narrows supply gap
Manila Water says it is drawing more supply from its treatment plant in Rizal and from deep wells, and was able to reduce its system loss
FALSE: Robredo 'proposes widening pipes' as solution to water crisis
Vice President Leni Robredo never said the water crisis could be solved by widening water pipes
SCHEDULE: Maynilad water interruptions for July 2019
Here is the schedule of service interruptions for Maynilad customers in Metro Manila, Bulacan, and Cavite
SCHEDULE: Manila Water interruptions for July 2019
Here is the schedule of service interruptions for Manila Water customers in Metro Manila and Rizal
EXPLAINER: It's the rainy season, but why does the water shortage continue?
Despite the rain, Metro Manila's main water source is still at critical level
Inflation, water crisis weaken consumer outlook in Q2 2019
Consumers were pessimistic, but businesses were upbeat for the 2nd quarter of 2019, according to Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas surveys
Solution to Metro Manila's water woes? More dams, says lawmaker
Bulacan 1st District Representative Jose Antonio Sy-Alvarado says more dams may need to be constructed in Quezon, Pampanga, Nueva Ecija, and Bulacan
SCHEDULE: Maynilad water interruptions for June 2019
Here is the schedule of service interruptions for Maynilad customers in Metro Manila, Cavite, and Bulacan
SCHEDULE: Manila Water interruptions for June 2019
Here is the schedule of service interruptions for Manila Water customers in Metro Manila and Rizal
Metro Manila, Rizal, Cavite face water interruptions in June 2019
(UPDATED) The supply that Manila Water and Maynilad are getting from the Angat Dam is reduced further, leading to water interruptions
[OPINION] Water is a human right
The Philippine government has the obligation to provide water for all. Using private companies to fulfill the right to water does not absolve the government of its obligation.
MWSS slaps Manila Water with P1.13-billion fine for supply crisis
Manila Water says it will abide by the decision of the Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System
Manila Water laying pipes to get supply from Maynilad
Pipe laying is being conducted along E Rodriguez Sr Avenue in Quezon City, as Manila Water continues to deal with a supply shortage
[OPINION] Coming soon: Water wars
Unless we act wisely, we may find out too late that the enemy is not without, but within
FALSE: Mar Roxas urges consumers to suffer through water crisis
Mar Roxas' camp maintains the claim is 'fake news' and 'completely illogical' for him to say. The page that posts the claim is also unable to provide proof of the quote's source.
Manila Water waives minimum charge for all customers in March
(UPDATED Manila Water also announces that it will not charge its 'most severely affected' customers – those without water for 24 hours a day for a week – for the month of March
Pasig City residents share water supply woes
Rappler goes around Pasig City to ask how a most basic human need – or the lack of it – affects a community
PODCAST: Ano ang dapat mong malaman tungkol sa Metro Manila water crisis?
Walang magawa ang mga residenteng apektado kundi maghanap ng paraan upang makaipon ng tubig na gagamitin sa araw-araw
MWSS targets 99% water supply restoration by end of March
Some of the last 11 barangays still suffering from water shortage are in high areas, making supply restoration there harder, says MWSS Administrator Reynaldo Velasco
Quezon congressman Suarez wants Kanan, not Kaliwa Dam
Quezon 3rd District Representative Danilo Suarez says building two Kanan dams would 'entail no cost to the government,' unlike getting a loan from China for the Kaliwa Dam
Duterte threatens to scrap Manila Water, Maynilad contracts
President Rodrigo Duterte scolds Manila Water and Maynilad executives and threatens to fire MWSS officials during his meeting with them in Malacañang
Duterte to meet with MWSS officials about water shortage
MWSS officials will likely be asked to give an update on what has been done to address the water shortage affecting parts of Metro Manila and Rizal, says Malacañang
LIVE: Senate probes Manila Water's supply shortage
Manila Water and government officials will face senators on Tuesday, March 19, at 10 am
Manila Water: Services back to normal by May
Manila Water CEO Ferdinand dela Cruz says they have restored water supply to 80% of the East Zone, or around one million customers
LIVE: House investigates Manila Water's supply crisis
The House of Representatives looks into the worst water crisis that struck the capital in recent history
Lawmakers call for refund after Manila Water shortage
But the company is unable to give a definite answer on this proposal
[EDITORIAL] #AnimatED: The learned helplessness of our water crisis
We need strategic thinking, not magnanimous confessions of guilt. We need a solution that does not hurt the environment or hand over more power to a foreign loaner.
Robredo on China-funded Kaliwa Dam: Bakit uutang tayo?
Vice President Leni Robredo calls on the Duterte administration to explain why it is opting for a Chinese loan for the Kaliwa Dam, instead of a public-private partnership
Manila Water’s supply crisis: What we know so far
The House and Senate are set to launch separate probes into the water crisis. Rappler explains the facts and lists other questions that still need answers.
Draft order places water board directly under Duterte
To address the Metro Manila water crisis, a draft executive order places the National Water Resources Board (NWRB) under the Office of the President
Sonny Angara under fire for ‘#ShowerTogether’ tweet amid water crisis
Netizens are quick to point out the insensitivity of the joke during a water crisis that is affecting not just households, but also businesses, hospitals, and schools
MWSS: Duterte given wrong advice on Manila Water mess
Some praise President Rodrigo Duterte for his order to address the water crisis. MWSS, however, says he is ill-advised.
DENR to open previously shut deep wells amid water crisis
Given the hazards these deep wells may pose, Antiporda said that these will only be open up to October
MWSS: Water bypass was never closed
MWSS chief regulator Patrick Ty explains that the high demand is still the main reason for the water supply shortage
Duterte orders Manila Water, Maynilad to 'release water' from Angat Dam
President Duterte's order is effective noontime, March 15, 'good for 150 days, in order to supply the affected areas in Metro Manila and deliver, as well as distribute sufficient water to the residents,' says Malacañang
Manila Water: Discoloration 'normal' during shortage
Manila Water says the yellowish water coming out of faucets is not toxic and is safe to use
Manila Water sends 'conspiracy theories' down the drain
Manila Water communications manager Dittie Galang says the company will never 'compromise the level of service' it gives to customers
House panel to probe water shortage
The heads of Manila Water and Maynilad, chiefs of government agencies involved in water supply, and mayors of affected cities are being invited to the hearing
Domino effect: Water crisis causing more trash, hurting businesses
More plastic spoons and paper plates, limited drinks, disrupted operations. Manila Water's supply woes are causing environmental and economic impact.
Panelo: Manila Water shortage may be 'artificial'
If reports are true that Angat Dam is not at a critically low level, inefficiency and mismanagement may be to blame for the water crisis in parts of Metro Manila, says Presidential Spokesman Salvador Panelo
MWSS on water shortage: It's our fault
'It's the fault of the government because it is the responsibility of the government to source all this water,' says MWSS Chief Regulator Patrick Ty
WATCH: In hospitals, water woes take shape where lives are at stake
Hospitals have not been spared by the water shortage hitting parts of Metro Manila. How do doctors and patients cope?
LIST: Manila Water service interruption schedule starting March 14, 15
Water interruptions will last 6 to 21 hours daily, 'until the rainy season sets in'
