In the wake of the widespread flooding caused by Typhoon Tino, the Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) of Barangay Guadalupe in Cebu City is demanding a thorough investigation into the drainage systems and retention ponds of the Monterrazas development.
Official Call for Action
The call to action was officially made through a Facebook post on Friday, November 7, 2025, by Guadalupe SK Chairperson Matt Estenzo. He announced that Barangay Resolution 25-145 was filed and approved en masse, urging multiple government agencies to act.
The resolution specifically calls upon the Cebu City Government, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), the Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB), the Cebu City Environment and Natural Resources Office (CCENRO), and the Cebu City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (CCDRRMO). The primary demand is for these bodies to inspect and assess the performance and capacity of all retention ponds within the Monterrazas area.
Severe Flooding and Contaminated Waters
Estenzo provided a vivid account of the flooding's severity. He reported that floodwaters along the Banawa Creek, particularly near the MHAM College of Medicine and Bo's Coffee Banawa, reached waist-deep levels. A disturbing observation was the color of the floodwater, which he described as resembling "mocha."
This intense flooding impacted numerous homes, including many that had never experienced such events before. Estenzo noted that the Banawa Creek connects to the Arrabal River in Mambaling and flows through the areas of Labangon and Tisa.
He believes this interconnected water system is the reason why the same distinct, murky water color and severe conditions were also witnessed in these neighboring districts during the typhoon.
Urgent Need for a Safer City
Emphasizing the urgency of the situation, Chairperson Estenzo stated, "We need to act now before it's too late for everyone." He concluded his appeal with a rallying cry for continued efforts, saying, "Let us continue for a safer Guadalupe and Cebu City." This call underscores the community's desire for immediate and effective measures to prevent a repeat of the devastating flooding.
