A Comparative Study of the Flood Control Programs of Malabon City and Candaba, Pampanga in the Philippines

Abstract

This research sought to compare the flood control program of Malabon City and Candaba, Pampanga, in Philippines. The study used a case study design. It involved community stakeholders and local government officials such as the officials of Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO), barangay captain, counselors and members of the community selected using convenience sampling in each of the locale. Coding of themes was done to analyze the collected data. Results showed that flooded area became a natural environment for the people of Candaba. Improper waste disposal is rampant that possess the biggest threat in flooding problem in Malabon. Early warning framework, concrete evacuation plan, order and security management, relief system, DRRM and reporting system, rescue and recovery plan are the contingency plans to delimit the effect of flood in these places. Systematic review on existing policies, sustainability measures and community involvement will provide more productive and significant results in the future.