The local government of Canlaon City, Negros Oriental, is fast-tracking the repair of its water system damaged by Typhoon Tino (Kalmaegi) earlier this month.
Mayor Jose Chubasco Cardenas appealed for patience, noting the restoration work is risky and complicated, especially during rainfall. “We are appealing for your understanding and patience as there are plenty of pipes that were disconnected or lost due to the onslaught of Tino,” he said in Cebuano.
Volunteers, engineers, waterworks staff, and barangay teams are working together to restore water service safely to households. Restoration began last week, with worker safety as a top priority.
Meanwhile, Metro Dumaguete Water (MDW) provided a second round of water assistance, delivering 5,000 liters of potable water through tankers from the Bureau of Fire Protection and the LGU of Dauin. Earlier, on November 7, MDW sent 8,000 liters of water.
MDW also distributed food, hygiene kits, and kitchenware to around 200 families, or 1,000 individuals. “Recovery from disasters such as Typhoon Tino is a long process. MDW continues to provide support whenever we can to the affected communities,” said Engr. Robert R. Cabiles, chief operating officer.
The 62nd Infantry Battalion assisted in the donation drive, which included 85 additional relief bags of clothing and food. These efforts are part of MDW’s ongoing Kauban Program, which supports disaster response, water and sanitation, and educational initiatives.