MANILA, Philippines — Flooding was reported in seven Metro Manila cities on Saturday amid rains brought by the southwest monsoon or "habagat," according to the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA).
As of 10:09 a.m., the MMDA reported rising waters in Valenzuela, Mandaluyong, Parañaque, Las Piñas, Manila and Malabon.
Floodwaters in several areas were gutter to knee-deep levels, although most affected roads remained passable to all types of vehicles.
Light vehicles are unable to pass through parts of Dr. A. Santos Avenue in Parañaque City and Zapote Junction in Las Piñas City.
In Malabon City, flooding was also reported along Don Basilio Bautista, where water was gutter-deep but remained passable to all types of vehicles.
The MMDA advised the public to check for updates on its official social media pages, and may call its 136 hotline for assistance.
