Several towns in Bulacan, including the City of Meycauayan, are seeking to be placed under a state of calamity following recent severe weather events that have caused widespread flooding and disruption in the province.
The local government units of Calumpit, Guiguinto, Balagtas, Bocaue, and Meycauayan City are among those that have formally endorsed a state of calamity declaration. The endorsement awaits ratification, which would unlock emergency funds and resources for affected communities across the province.
Meycauayan City, a first-class component city in Bulacan with a population of over 228,000, has been particularly affected by monsoon rains and rising flood waters. The Meycauayan City Information Office has confirmed the severity of the situation, prompting local officials to take swift action in securing calamity status for the area.
Heavy monsoon rains have been impacting various parts of Central Luzon, and Bulacan has been one of the hardest-hit provinces. The flooding has displaced families, disrupted transportation, and affected local commerce and education in Meycauayan and neighboring towns.
A state of calamity declaration would enable the affected local government units to tap into their respective calamity funds, implement price controls on basic necessities, and mobilize emergency response operations more effectively. Residents of Meycauayan are advised to stay updated through official city channels and follow any evacuation advisories issued by local authorities.
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