Parañaque Floods Displace 100+ Families: Expressway Construction Blamed

Parañaque Flooding Displaces Over 100 Families Amidst Cavitex-C5 Expressway Construction Parañaque City, Philippines – Over 100 families were forced to evacuate their homes on May 12, 2025, due to severe flooding in the Moonwalk area. Residents attribute the flooding to the ongoing construction of the Cavitex-C5 Link Expressway, claiming that construction has reduced the capacity of the nearby creek, leading to overflow during heavy rainfall. "Sobrang hirap po," said Jonaly Supetran, a resident, describing the difficulties faced by her family and neighbors. "Kasi 'yung sa trabaho, galing kang trabaho, 'yung lamok, para sa mga bata, 'yung amoy, mabaho." (It's so difficult. Because of work, when you come home, the mosquitos, for the children, the smell, it's foul.) Videos shared on social media show homes submerged in water, residents wading through floodwaters, and rescue efforts underway. The construction company, MPT South Corporation, acknowledged the flooding in a statement, explaining that despite meticulous planning, the drainage system became clogged due to a large accumulation of garbage and rainfall. They have since removed a temporary bridge and are conducting a cleanup. Local officials are also working to address the situation and provide assistance to displaced families. The incident highlights the challenges of large-scale infrastructure projects and the importance of effective drainage planning in densely populated areas.