DPWH Proposes Stormwater Basin at University of Santo Tomas
What happened
The Department of Public Works proposed constructing an underground stormwater detention basin at the University of Santo Tomas to address chronic flooding along España Boulevard. Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon and officials met with UST administrators on October 6. The proposal is currently under review by the University, and DPWH also announced plans to enlarge four drainage inlets and target improvements to 20 more inlets in October.
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Why it matters
The project aims to mitigate chronic flooding in a priority area of Metro Manila, which could impact local commerce and infrastructure stability. The Department of Public Works is also targeting improvements to 72 drainage inlets across Metro Manila.
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Who's involved
- University of Santo TomasThe university where the basin construction is proposed.
- Department of Public WorksThe government department proposing the basin construction.
- Vince DizonThe Public Works Secretary leading the proposal.
- MarcosThe President who identified the area as a flood priority.
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The entities involved
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University of Santo Tomas
private pontifical university in Manila
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Department of Public Works
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