Angat Dam Water Level Drops Over 1 Meter in 11 Days, Raising Concerns for Metro Manila Water Supply
The water level at Angat Dam in the Philippines has dropped by over a meter in just 11 days, sparking concerns about the water supply for Metro Manila. Insufficient rainfall is cited as the cause, increasing the risk of future water shortages.
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