Sandbag wall controlling floodwater in Navotas collapses

• A sandbag wall that helps control the floodwater in Navotas collapsed
• In an exclusive video by the Navotas CDRRMO, as shared by TV5 in their News5Everywhere YouTube channel, the sandbag wall was seen collapsing little by little
• As it did, floodwater came in rushing outside of the contained area where the sandbag wall was installed
• It can be recalled that Navotas and Malabon are currently experiencing high floodwaters due to the rain

A sandbag wall built to help manage floodwater in Navotas gave way and collapsed.

In an exclusive video from the Navotas CDRRMO, shared by TV5 through their News5Everywhere YouTube channel, the footage showed the sandbag wall slowly giving in.

As the wall fell apart, floodwater quickly rushed into the area it was supposed to protect.

It can be remembered that both Navotas and Malabon have been dealing with rising flood levels caused by continuous rain.

In the Philippines, a sandbag wall is a temporary barrier made by stacking bags filled with sand to help prevent or control flooding.

These walls are commonly used in low-lying areas that are prone to heavy rains, high tides, or typhoons.

The sandbags are arranged tightly to block or slow down the flow of water, protecting homes, roads, and other properties.

While sandbag walls are not a permanent solution, they are often used as a quick and practical defense against floodwaters during emergencies.

Additionally, Navotas and Malabon are easily flooded because they are low-lying coastal areas that sit below sea level.

These cities are close to Manila Bay, so they are highly exposed to high tides and storm surges, especially during typhoons or heavy rains.

Their drainage systems also struggle to handle large volumes of water, and in some areas, waterways are blocked by trash or informal structures.

In addition, land subsidence, which is the gradual sinking of the ground due to factors like excessive groundwater extraction, makes these places even more vulnerable to frequent and severe flooding.

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Source: KAMI.com.gh