NIA to Iloilo: Be alert as rains raise water in several dams

ILOILO CITY, Philippines — The National Irrigation Administration (NIA) Iloilo-Guimaras Irrigation Management Office advised residents on Sunday to remain vigilant as continuous rains brought by Typhoon Inday (internationally known as Bavi) and the enhanced southwest monsoon (habagat) continue to raise water levels in several dams across Iloilo province.

In its 5 p.m. dam update on Sunday, July 12, NIA said it was closely monitoring water levels in irrigation facilities and urged the public to keep track of official dam advisories as rainfall persists in various parts of the province.

Among the monitored facilities, the Aganan Dam in Barangay Igtambo, San Miguel, recorded the highest water level at 3.0 meters above riverbed (marb), exceeding its normal operating level of 2.6 MARB. Despite the elevated water level, none of its two sluice gates had been opened.

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The Suague River Irrigation System Dam in Barangay Tolarucan, Mina, also registered an increase, with its water level reaching 2.80 marb, higher than its normal operating level of 2.50 marb. One sluice gate remained open.

The Sibalom Diversion Dam in Barangay Anonang, Leon, likewise recorded a water level of 2.53 marb, above its normal operating level of 2.2 marb. NIA said all three sluice gates remained closed.

The Santa Barbara Dam in Barangay Tungay, Santa Barbara, recorded a water level of 2.35 MARB, exceeding its normal operating level of 1.8 MARB, while its lone sluice gate remained closed.

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Meanwhile, the Barotac Viejo Dam in Barangay Rizal, Barotac Viejo, was the only monitored facility with a water level below its normal operating level. It registered 0.70 marb, compared with the normal 1.2 marb, and its single sluice gate remained closed.

NIA reminded residents, particularly those living near rivers and in downstream communities, to remain prepared and vigilant as weather conditions remain unstable.

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The agency also urged the public to monitor official advisories and dam updates for any changes in water levels or dam operations. /atm

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