Manila Water Crisis: Thousands Affected by Major Pipe Break

Major Water Pipe Break in Manila Leaves Hundreds of Thousands Without Water A major water pipe break in Tondo, Manila, has left over 350,000 customers without water in Metro Manila and Cavite. The incident occurred on June 7, 2025, when a 2.2-meter diameter trunk line belonging to Maynilad was damaged during the construction of a new market. Maynilad announced an emergency water interruption at 2:00 PM, expected to last until 10:00 AM the following day. "We announced an emergency interruption from 2 PM today until 10 AM tomorrow morning," said Ian Robert S. Abiera III, Water Supply Operations Division of Maynilad, in an interview. "We need to assess the site and the extent of the damage before we can proceed with the actual repairs." The disruption has caused significant hardship for residents, many of whom are without access to clean water. Maynilad has deployed water trucks to affected areas, but the supply is limited. The incident highlights the need for careful planning and coordination during major construction projects to avoid damaging essential infrastructure. The investigation into the cause of the damage is ongoing.