Talisay city: The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) on Thursday assured that the works on the damaged flood control structure in Talisay City, Cebu will be completed in two months. During the inspection of the damaged infrastructure along the Mananga River, Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon said he got the assurance from the local government unit and DPWH officials that the rebuilding of the structure will be completed by June.

According to Philippines News Agency, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has ordered the DPWH to expedite the repair of damaged public infrastructure in Cebu to prevent a repeat of the severe flooding caused by Typhoon Tino (international name Kalmaegi) in November last year. The typhoon made landfall in Borbon, northern Cebu, battering the province, causing damage to crops and structures, and displacing people.

Secretary Dizon emphasized the importance of completing the repairs before the onset of the rainy season. He stated that 24/7 operations will be conducted to expedite the repair of structures. "My instruction to our Regional Director and to all our District Engineers (is) to work double time, if they can work 24/7, we will do that. Once the rainy season starts, it will be difficult for us to do the works. So, we really need to complete this soon," Dizon said, who was accompanied by the Cebu Governor.

The commitment to expedite the repairs reflects the urgency to prevent future flooding incidents similar to those caused by Typhoon Tino, which had severe impacts on the infrastructure and livelihoods of the local population. Dizon assured that with the cooperation of the Regional Director, Governor Pamela Baricuatro, and Mayor Samsam Gullas, the reconstruction will be completed before June.