24/07/2025
MORE CITIES AND PROVINCES DECLARE STATE OF CALAMITY
Several cities and provinces in Luzon and Visayas have declared a state of calamity as heavy rains and flooding continue to affect large areas. The southwest monsoon, or habagat, has been intensified by nearby weather systems including Typhoon Emong, Tropical Storm Dante, and Severe Tropical Storm Crising.
The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) reports that more than 2.7 million individuals, or around 765,869 families across 65 provinces, have been affected. Many areas remain flooded, and thousands of families have been displaced.
The following cities and provinces have declared or are planning to declare a state of calamity:
National Capital Region
Quezon City
Manila
Malabon
Las Piรฑas
Marikina
Region I (Ilocos Region)
Pangasinan (Dagupan, Malasiqui, Calasiao, Umingan, Sta. Barbara, Lingayen, Mangaldan, Mangatarem)
Region III (Central Luzon)
Bataan
Bulacan (Balagtas, Calumpit, Paombong, Meycauayan)
Tarlac (Paniqui)
Pampanga (Minalin)
Region IV-A (CALABARZON)
Batangas (Agoncillo)
Cavite
Rizal (Cainta, San Mateo, Rodriguez)
Region IV-B (MIMAROPA)
Palawan (Roxas)
Region VI (Western Visayas)
Antique (Sebaste, Barbaza)
Region VII (Central Visayas)
Cebu City
Declaring a state of calamity allows local governments to access emergency funds, regulate prices of basic goods, and deliver assistance more efficiently. The declaration is issued by local councils or the national government based on disaster assessments.
According to PAGASA, Typhoon Emong continues to intensify while staying outside the countryโs landmass. Tropical Storm Dante is about to exit the Philippine Area of Responsibility. A low-pressure area has also formed east of Visayas but is not expected to enter the country. Despite this, habagat will continue to bring heavy to intense rains over parts of Luzon.
Tropical Cyclone Wind Signals remain raised in Northern and Central Luzon. Authorities urge residents to monitor weather updates and take necessary precautions against possible floods and landslides.
