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Low-lying areas near Tuganay River in Barangay Kinamayan, Sto. Tomas, Davao del Norte are now guaranteed enhanced safety and protection following the construction of flood mitigation structures that aim to alleviate recurring flooding and water overflow in the community. In a report to Secretary Manuel Bonoan, DPWH Region Office XI Director Juby Cordon said that the […]
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is steadfast in its commitment to maintaining the integrity and enhancing the appeal of the Panguil Bay Bridge in Northern Mindanao. DPWH Senior Undersecretary Emil K. Sadain led the inspection on December 14, 2024 of rectification activities for the bridge’s asphalt layer and thermoplastic pavement markings, underscoring […]
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has completed the construction of a slope protection structure along Susubaen Creek, aimed at preventing flooding and safeguarding the community and agricultural lands in Ramos, Tarlac. Known as a hub for rice and corn production, the Municipality of Ramos faces recurring flooding issues that threaten its farming […]
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has completed a road project to benefit a community of Indigenous Peoples (IP) in Barangay Pili, Sariaya, Quezon Province. DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan, citing a report from DPWH Region 4A Director Jovel Mendoza, said that the road project, funded through the 2024 General Appropriations Act (GAA), was initiated […]
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has completed the installation of road safety devices along the winding road section of Siquijor Province, facilitating secured access for motorists. In his report to DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan, DPWH Siquijor District Engineer Francis Dale Ligutom said that the road safety improvement project which covers the installation of […]
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has completed an P84.42-million road improvement project to improve access, encourage more local businesses, and minimize the need for costly road repairs and disruptions in Llanera and Pantabangan, Nueva Ecija. Funded under the 2024 General Appropriations Act (GAA), the completed project covers repair of damaged road sections […]
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) launched the Level 3 San Mateo Water Supply System, a P93.59-million initiative designed to deliver safe and reliable water to upland communities in Norzagaray, Bulacan. A groundbreaking ceremony for the project was led by DPWH Undersecretary Roberto Bernardo, who represented Secretary Manuel Bonoan, and Bulacan 6th District […]
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has undertaken improvement works along Iloilo City-Leganes-Dumangas Coastal Road to ensure convenient and faster access to Dumangas Roll-On Roll-Off (RoRo) Port in Iloilo province. DPWH Region 6 Director Sanny Boy Oropel identified the completed project as the asphalt overlay of a four-lane, 5.13-lane kilometer portion, specifically in […]
Since flooding remains a persistent issue despite the over P300 billion spent year-on-year on anti-flooding structures, why not redirect part of that budget toward higher education? Senator Alan Peter Cayetano floated this idea during the Senate debates on the 2025 budget for the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), where concerns over the reduced subsidy per […]
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has completed the Barangay San Vicente to Barangay San Roque Farm-to-Market Road (FMR) project, strengthening food security in the municipality of Tubajon, Dinagat Islands. DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan, citing a report from DPWH Region XIII Director Pol Delos Santos, said that the FMR project, amounting P11.6 million, […]