The two water concessionaires for Metro Manila and adjacent areas have lined up various undertakings to brace for the impact of the looming El Niño on the water supply. | jordeenelagare /PDI
The additional supply to be generated from these projects will help to improve supply reliability for some 700,000 Maynilad customers in parts of Manila, Parañaque, Pasay, Muntinlupa, Las Piñas and Cavite.
Maynilad is also expecting to recover more water for distribution through its nonrevenue management program that covers active leakage control, selective pipe replacements, and the closure of illegal connections, among other activities.For its part, Manila Water has outlined its plans to help ensure continuous water supply even during hours when the demand for water is at its highest.
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