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“Recent inspection reveals that the downstream slope of the (Angat) dam has been deteriorating and is highly vulnerable to damage should a strong seismic movement occur in the area. Furthermore, the design criteria for the dam, particularly for seismicity, may no longer be sufficient considering that the facility is now more than four decades old.

“Damage to the Angat Dam due to earthquake poses a significant risk to Metro Manila. The possibility of damage in the dam’s slope will increase the water level of the Angat River and its tributaries and inundate low lying areas in Metro Manila and Bulacan. Damage to the dam will likewise cause long-term stoppage in water supply, which could seriously disrupt operations of business establishments and imperil the survival of Metro Manila residents.” -page 39

 

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