25/08/2026
In The News: Disaster-Weary Philippines Faces Growing Flood Risks
The Philippines continues to face increasing challenges from recurring floods and other disasters, highlighting the urgent need for stronger disaster preparedness, resilient communities, and long-term policy solutions.
The recent ONE News report looks at the country’s growing vulnerability to flooding and the need for collective action to help protect communities and save lives.
A timely reminder that building a safer and more resilient Philippines requires preparation—not only after disasters happen, but long before they do.
📰 Read the full article: https://www.onenews.ph/articles/disaster-weary-philippines-confronts-drowning-risk-as-who-pushes-policy-solutions
The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council said “drowning remains the primary cause of the deaths” amid floodings due to heavy rains brought by the southwest monsoon and tropical cyclones.
