The National Water Resources Board (NWRB) clarified that water supply in Metro Manila remains sufficient for now.

NWRB Executive Director Dr. Sevilio David Jr. clarified that amid rising concerns over potential water shortages due to the threat of Super El Niño.

“Normal at sapat po ang supply na mararanasan ng mga kababayan po natin dito po sa Metro Manila,” he said

However, preparations are still necessary for potential water shortages because the rainfall will be minimal, which could consequently impact dam levels.

“Kailangan po nating mapaghandaan at napakaimportante po, kasi nga po walang masyadong mga pag-ulan,” he said

“Isa sa epekto nito, may epekto yan sa mga dams po natin natin,” he added

David noted that the NWRB, together with concerned agencies, is already managing water allocations to ensure sufficient supply for consumers.

“Kaya sa ngayon po sa para sa buwan ng October ay minabuti po na babaan yung alokasyon po ng tubig na nanggagaling po sa Angat Dam para sa water supply at sa irigasyon,” he said

He also stated that the allocation is set at 44 cubic meters per second. However, he clarified that reducing allocation does not mean a drop in water rates, as the MWSS and other concessionaires can utilize alternative sources to ensure stable water flow for consumers across Metro Manila and nearby provinces.

“Ito pong pagbaba ng alokasyon ay hindi po magiging ibig sabihin bawas din yung sa price sa Metro Manila,” he said

“Kasi nga po meron pong ibang mapagkukunan ang MWSS at mga concessionaires po dito sa mga iba nilang mga sources para mapaniting sapat at  tuloy-tuloy pa rin po ang daloy ng tubig sa mga kababayan po natin dito po sa Metro Manila at karatig probinsya,” he added

Aside from monitoring and managing Angat Dam, they are also doing that in water treatment facilities in Laguna Lake, Cavite, and Parañaque.

Despite the current supply being sufficient for now, the NWRB emphasized that consumers must practice water conservation.