Angat Dam water level drops below the minimum operating level, according to DOST-PAGASA.

As of May 18 (8:00 AM), the level has reached 177.79 meters, lower than the 178.07 meters reported on May 17.

The Angat Dam is a primary source of water supply in Metro Manila, provides irrigation in Bulacan and Pampanga, and generates hydroelectric power to feed the Luzon Grid, according to Manila Water.

Once the dam drops below the minimum operating level, it prioritizes to supply water in Metro Manila and nearby locations, according to National Water Resources Board (NWRB) Executive Director, Sevillo David Jr.

Nevertheless, no reduction in water allocation for Metro Manila is expected in the coming days or weeks. However, the NRWB has already reduced water allocation for crop irrigation in Bulacan and Pampanga.