Meralco bolsters grid supply ahead of very strong El Niño
Manila Electric Company (Meralco) is reinforcing its power supply grid in anticipation of increased demand due to a very strong El Niño phenomenon. This weather event poses a risk of severe water and power shortages across the Philippines.
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