Cebu Water Crisis: Grid Instability Threatens Supply
Cera warns Metro Cebu's water security is hostage to power grid failures. The group demands integrated infrastructure and stable power for pumping stations to close the 300M liter daily gap.
Cera warns Metro Cebu's water security is hostage to power grid failures. The group demands integrated infrastructure and stable power for pumping stations to close the 300M liter daily gap.
MCWD invites private investors and bulk water suppliers to address financial losses and a 32% non-revenue water rate. A rate adjustment and progressive billing are also planned to ensure Cebu's water future.
New MCWD board member Ruben Almendras confirms severe financial losses and lack of transparency, contradicting earlier assurances. Calls for urgent action on water rates and law review.
New MCWD board member Ruben Almendras reveals massive financial losses and a cover-up of reports, confirming Vice Mayor Osmeña's 2025 warnings. Read the full investigation.
MCWD justifies minimum water fees for all connections, including zero-consumption households, as required by law to cover fixed operational costs. Councilor Go seeks policy review.
MCWD explains that minimum water charges are legally mandated 'readiness-to-serve' fees for fixed costs, not payment for unused water. Councilor Go seeks a review.
Cebu City Councilor Harold Go pushes MCWD to suspend charges for undelivered water after Typhoon Tino. Residents received bills despite zero consumption. Will billing policies change?
A new SWS survey reveals Filipino optimism for 2026 has dropped to its lowest level since 2009, with only 89% hopeful. Dive into the regional and demographic breakdowns.
Cebu's electricity demand is outpacing supply, risking economic disruption and public safety. Consumer group Cera urges immediate action for new power plants and secure water systems.
Light Fuels, a unit of Top Line Business Development Corp., receives a major DOE Visayas award for compliance and service. This recognition boosts its expansion plans across the region. Read more about this fuel industry achievement.
Driving electric vehicles in New Clark City will be easier as BCDA and ACMobility partner to install EV charging stations. This supports sustainable development goals.
After 30+ years, Sitio NHA in Cebu City uplands finally has reliable water via MCWD. Mayor Archival inspected the project bringing relief to 240+ residents. Read more.
Residents of Sitio NHA in Barangay Busay, Cebu City, celebrate as MCWD water flows after three decades of waiting. Mayor Archival leads the project bringing service to 240 households, with more connections planned for 2026.
Metro Cebu Water District assures uninterrupted water supply despite Ombudsman investigation and board vacancies. Officials have filed affidavits, addressing anonymous complaints.
An anonymous MCWD employee files a corruption complaint with the Ombudsman-Visayas, alleging favoritism, fund misuse, and contract irregularities. Officials ordered to respond.
Metropolitan Cebu Water District operates with an incomplete Board of Directors, risking service disruptions. Mayor Archival demands immediate action to fill vacancies.
The Metropolitan Cebu Water District (MCWD) is paralyzed, unable to approve urgent repairs after Typhoon Tino due to a lack of board quorum. Learn how this governance crisis affects water supply.
An anonymous employee accuses MCWD top brass of corruption, favoritism, and fund misuse. The Ombudsman-Visayas orders GM Edgar Donoso to submit counter-affidavits. Read the full story.
Metropolitan Cebu Water District restores 248,000 cubic meters daily, reaching 90% of pre-typhoon levels. Normal water pressure returns for 214,000 connections. Read the latest updates.
Thousands in Metro Cebu face water shortages for weeks as MCWD struggles to restore service. Infrastructure vulnerabilities exposed. Learn about the impact on communities.
Metropolitan Cebu Water District successfully interconnects damaged Jaclupan transmission line with new pipelines, restoring normal water service in Talisay City. Stay updated on water restoration efforts.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. visits Cebu to address transportation crisis and MCWD water supply challenges. Key solutions and infrastructure updates revealed.
Metropolitan Cebu Water District maintains water safety operations despite expired DOH certificate. Updated plan submitted with 89.42% acceptance rating. Learn about water safety measures.
Metropolitan Cebu Water District clarifies its Water Safety Plan remains operational despite DOH certificate lapse in 2022. Updated plan scores 89.42% approval, now awaiting final certification.
Two weeks after Typhoon Tino devastated Cebu, water shortages continue to cripple households and businesses. MCWD reports major infrastructure damage delaying full restoration.
Metro Cebu residents and businesses struggle with water shortages more than two weeks after Typhoon Tino. Learn how communities are coping and when restoration is expected.
Consumer watchdog warns delayed power restoration in Cebu Province triggers widespread water shortages, sanitation risks. Urgent action needed to prioritize water pumping stations.
Two weeks after Typhoon Tino, Cebu faces severe infrastructure damage. Lusaran Dam paralyzed, thousands lack water and electricity. Community assistance continues as recovery efforts intensify.
Talisay City Mayor Samsam Gullas investigates intentional damage to a water hose in Biasong, disrupting post-Typhoon Tino relief operations. Police are identifying suspects.
Cebu City prepares for water shortage after Typhoon Tino severely damaged Lusaran Dam, cutting 20 million liters from daily supply. Mayor Archival urges conservation as recovery continues.