Dagupan Cathedral's Flood Control System Eyed for Nationwide Replication

DAGUPAN CITY – Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon said he intends to replicate the solution devised by the St. John Cathedral in this Pangasinan city to drain floodwater into a cistern under its parking lot to keep the church and its courtyard dry on rainy days. Dizon and Pangasinan Fourth District Representative Gina de Venecia The cathedral's innovative system has drawn attention as a potential nationwide model for flood control. Dizon, accompanied by Rep. de Venecia, inspected the cathedral's flood mitigation efforts and lauded its effectiveness. He expressed his commitment to exploring the replication of such solutions in other flood-prone areas across the country. Rep. de Venecia highlighted the system as a promising approach to infrastructure development, particularly for communities vulnerable to flooding. This initiative comes at a time when the Philippines, especially its urban centers and coastal regions, faces significant challenges from recurrent flooding due to heavy rainfall and typhoons. The success of the Dagupan Cathedral's system underscores the potential of localized, sustainable, and cost-effective solutions in addressing the nation's infrastructure needs and climate resilience.