Angat Dam nearing critical level (opens original article in a new tab)

Angat Dam's water level is approaching critical level with 3.45 meters above 160 meters threshold, leading to irrigation shutdowns and potential water supply risks for Metro Manila.

• Angat Dam's water level is 3.45 meters above critical level of 160 meters
• Water level decreased from 163.57 meters to 163.45 meters in 5 hours
• Irrigation supply for 25,000 hectares of rice farms has been suspended
• Angat Dam provides over 90% of Metro Manila's potable water
• Dam's level is 16.55 meters below minimum operating level of 180 meters