Flood displaces 233 families in Lian, Batangas

LUCENA CITY — A total of 233 families (703 individuals) have been displaced by flooding in 12 barangays at the Batangas town of Lian due to heavy southwest monsoon rains. 

In its latest report issued at noon on Wednesday (August 19),, the municipal government said 221 families (658 individuals) , took shelter in 17 evacuation centers, while 12 families (45 individuals) were taken in by relatives.

Despite the widespread flooding, no casualties have been reported. 

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According to the situation report of the Lian Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO), seven residential areas were monitored from Aug. 18 to 19 after flooding was reported due to persistent rainfall and overflowing rivers.

Authorities warned residents against attempting to cross flooded or impassable areas, particularly where floodwaters are deep or moving rapidly.

“Road conditions may change at any time depending on rainfall and rising or receding water levels. Response teams continue to monitor the situation and will issue further advisories as necessary,” the municipal government said.

Floodwaters reached chest level along portions of some roads, making passage difficult and prompting authorities to assist residents in affected communities.

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“Necessary assistance continues to be provided at evacuation centers, including medical assistance and social welfare support for residents who have been forced to evacuate,” the report said.

Mayor Joseph Peji ordered the local government to remain on heightened alert as flooding persisted.

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In the past few days, Lian had been placed under a red rainfall warning due to continued heavy rains, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa). INQ