Flooding disrupted several areas in Metro Manila on Monday evening, June 27, as intense rains caused waterlogging in key roads. The Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA) reported gutter-deep floods along F. Ortigas St. corner Boni Avenue in Mandaluyong City and Taft Ave. in front of the National Bureau (newsinfo.inquirer.net). The weather event affected multiple cities including Manila, Taguig, and Valenzuela, with local authorities monitoring the situation closely.
The heavy downpours were part of a broader weather pattern impacting the region, though no official warnings were issued prior to the flooding. Emergency services were on standby to respond to any further developments, and residents were advised to avoid flooded areas. The MMDA is expected to provide updates on the extent of the damage and any necessary measures to mitigate the impact.
While the focus remains on the immediate weather-related challenges, the Philippines also announced plans for a major scientific milestone. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. revealed that the country will launch its first rocket into space in 2027, in collaboration with a South Korean aerospace company (cebudailynews.inquirer.net). This development highlights the nation’s growing ambitions in the field of space exploration.
