The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) handed over a 4,000-liter water depot to Alabat, Quezon on November 7, 2026. The transfer aims to support residents facing water shortages due to El Niño. The depot is intended to provide immediate relief during the dry spell.
The DSWD collaborated with local authorities to ensure the water depot meets community needs. The facility will serve as a temporary solution until more permanent water sources are established. Officials emphasized the importance of the depot in maintaining basic needs during the crisis.
This initiative follows previous efforts by the DSWD to address water scarcity in the region. El Niño has led to prolonged dry conditions, affecting both households and agricultural activities. The water depot is part of a broader strategy to manage resource distribution during extreme weather events. The DSWD continues to monitor the situation and may provide further assistance as needed.
