Gutter-Deep Flooding in Caloocan After Heavy Rainfall

Heavy Rainfall Causes Severe Flooding in Monumento, Caloocan City. Caloocan City, Philippines – Residents of Monumento, Caloocan City, faced significant challenges on June 6, 2025, due to severe flooding caused by heavy rainfall. GMA Integrated News captured footage showing floodwaters reaching gutter-depth, submerging parts of the road and disrupting traffic. "The rain was incredibly intense," said one resident, who was seen wading through the knee-deep water. "It came down so fast that the streets were flooded in minutes." The video shows cars and motorcycles struggling to navigate the waterlogged streets. Many residents were seen walking through the floodwaters, some carrying belongings above their heads. The local government is likely to assess the damage and implement measures to mitigate the effects of future heavy rainfall. The swift response of GMA News in reporting the event is commendable, providing valuable information to the public and highlighting the need for improved infrastructure in flood-prone areas.