TACLOBAN CITY – The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), Leyte 2nd District Engineering Office, has successfully completed a flood control project in Barangay I, Jaro, Leyte, aimed at mitigating soil erosion and protecting the community from landslides and flooding.
District Engineer Leo Edward Oppura said the P4.86-million slope protection system, covering 424.99 cubic meters, provides a crucial safeguard against heavy rains that often cause soil disintegration and property damage.
Residents have expressed relief and gratitude for the completed project. Efegenia Hore, a resident of Barangay II, Jaro, shared her experience:
“Our situation before was frightening. During typhoons, we experienced flooding, landslides, and drifting debris. Now, with the concrete barrier in place, we feel safe. Thank you, DPWH.”
The slope protection system benefits both upper and lower village residents by stabilizing the soil and preventing mudflow, ensuring not just safety but also the protection of property and livelihoods from extreme weather.
Construction of the project began on March 15, 2024, and was completed on September 14, 2024. It was funded under the DPWH-CY 2024 General Appropriations Act and implemented by IVS Builders.
(LIZBETH ANN A. ABELLA)
