An Analysis of the Public Perception of Floods in Manila City

Abstract

This descriptive study aimed to conduct an investigation in the effectiveness of flood control pump station in Lagusnilad Underpass in Lawton. For decades, Metro Manila has been battling with flood risk. The area has been inundated with flood waters several times, whether it is due to tropical weather, strong rain fall events, or rising waters. This has resulted in millions of pesos in damages, and in some instances, the same home has been affected multiple times. Many agree that Lagusnilad Underpass in Metro Manila is just not a livable area to begin with; the risk is just too great. However, abandoning the area is simply not an option. As a result, the flood risk battle ensues. Fifty respondents who are making a living nearby the location of the subject and also the everyday passers-by were selected and employed in the study. Some of the interesting insights of the study are: (a) Metro Manila was facing a serious problem specifically in flooding.(b) The pump station in Lagusnilad is very effective in controlling the flood in some areas in Metro Manila. (c) The pump station controls the rate and velocity of runoff along gutters and other surfaces in a manner that reduces the hazard to local residents and potential for damage to pavement. (d) The pump conveys runoff to natural or manmade drainage.