Catarman N. Samar-The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) – Northern Samar First District Engineering Office (DEO) has successfully completed the installation of 11 rainwater collection systems, benefiting nine schools and two offices within the 1st district of Northern Samar.
The project, with a total cost of P2.89 million, aims to address water scarcity in the district.
According to District Engineer Alvin A. Ignacio, the district office achieved a 100% accomplishment rate for the installation of rainwater collection systems in various schools and offices.
A resident of Brgy. Jamoog expressed relief, saying, “The lengthy walk to the deep well to fetch water will no longer be needed with the newly installed rainwater collection system at the center.” said Gina C. Alcera.
Similarly, a child development worker disclosed the positive impact of the project.
“This rainwater collection system has been a tremendous help, especially since I handle 38 students who need water for washing and using the restroom. In the past, we often had to rely on others to fetch water, which sometimes led to frustration, particularly during the summer when water was scarce. It was extremely challenging, not only for us but also for the mothers who struggled as well. That’s why we are deeply grateful for this project provided to us.” said Leticia E. Baloja
The recipient schools and offices include: CENRO (DENR Office), Catarman PENRO (DENR Office), Catarman, E. Duran Elementary School, Bobon, Santander Elementary School, Bobon, Jose Abad Santos Elementary School, Bobon Barangay Bantolinao Day Care Center, Rosario, Barangay 2 Poblacion Day Care Center, Bobon Barangay Commonwealth Day Care Center, Rosario Barangay Guindaulan Day Care Center, Rosario Barangay Jamoog Day Care Center, Rosario, Barangay San Lorenzo Day Care Center, Rosario.
The completion of these facilities improves accessibility to clean water and enhances daily operations specially to those municipalities and communities where water scarcity is a persistent issue.
(ANALIZA A. PABIA/PR)
