Marikina River on 2nd Alarm as Habagat Rains Swell Waters
The Marikina River in Metro Manila, Philippines, has been placed on a second alarm as its water level rose to 16.4 meters due to heavy rains from the southwest monsoon (habagat). The level is nearing the 18-meter threshold, raising concerns for residents.
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