Davao City experienced severe flash floods triggered by the southwest monsoon (Habagat), displacing 74 families and affecting 214 households, according to the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD-Davao). The floods, which occurred recently, caused significant damage to residential areas and infrastructure.
Local authorities reported that the heavy rainfall led to rapid water accumulation, overwhelming drainage systems and causing sudden flooding in low-lying regions. Emergency services were deployed to assist affected residents, with many forced to evacuate their homes.
The DSWD-Davao is currently assessing the full extent of the damage and coordinating relief efforts. Officials emphasized the need for community preparedness ahead of the rainy season.
Further details on the number of damaged properties and the scale of recovery operations are still being gathered. (.Ph)
