the first half of 2024 as the National Water Resources Board said water and power supply could also be affected, especially in Luzon where the Angat Dam water reserve is nearing critical level.
The state weather bureau earlier warned some 36 provinces may experience a dry spell while at least two provinces may suffer from drought. The phenomenon occurs on average every two to seven years, and episodes typically last nine to 12 months. “If the water level falls below 180 meters, we will prioritize the water supply of Metro Manila compared to other users that depend on Angat, including irrigation and the power sector. Angat Dam is currently contributing to power generation going to the Luzon grid,” he added.
“This gives us great hope as we have been waiting for this for a very long time. However, it is not a reason for complacency as we are being continuously warned by those who have studied the vaccine. The vaccine is 80 percent effective. There is still a 20 percent-chance that we need to look out for very carefully,” Mr. Marcos said.
The UN’s World Meteorological Organization declared El Nino was already underway and said there was a 90-percent chance that it would continue during the second half of 2023.
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