Individual, aged 25, succumbs to drowning during an attempt to rescue a taxi from the raging floodwaters in Mandaue.
Heavy Monsoon Rains Cause Flooding and Tragedy in Mandaue City, Philippines
Mandaue City, Philippines, has been hit by a devastating flood caused by heavy monsoon rainfall starting on August 15, 2025. The floodwaters submerged streets from knee- to neck-deep, destroyed homes, partially blocked roads, and affected thousands of residents.
The flood severity was due to the Butuanon River overflowing, a consequence of the heavy rainfall. This led to widespread flooding, causing eight homes to be totally destroyed and affecting more than 2,900 residents.
Unfortunately, a 25-year-old man lost his life during the flood. He drowned in the raging floodwaters while attempting to stop a taxi from being carried off in Barangay Paknaan. His body was later found in Sitio Pagatpatan, Barangay Paknaan. The taxi was recovered in a mangrove area in Paknaan.
In response to the flood and the evacuations that followed, approximately 1,370 individuals were evacuated from several barangays in Mandaue City to designated evacuation centers such as Maguikay National High School, Tabok National High School, Umapad Elementary School, and Tingub National High School. The City Health Office deployed medical teams, and City Social Welfare Services (CSWS) personnel are conducting profiling and providing assistance to evacuees.
As of mid-August 2025, Tabok National High School is sheltering 74 families with 322 individuals, while Umapad Elementary School is accommodating 188 families with 745 individuals. Maguikay National High School is housing 55 families with 179 individuals. As of early Saturday morning, August 16, at least 317 families, or 1,246 individuals, were taking shelter in evacuation centers across the city.
City officials are closely monitoring the situation and responding as needed. Reports indicate ongoing rainfall with potential for additional flooding. The City Disaster Risk Reduction and Response Office (CDRRMO) has confirmed the incident and is working to manage the crisis.
The identity of the unfortunate victim has yet to be released. Our thoughts are with his family and friends during this difficult time. The Mandaue City community is resilient, and we hope for a swift recovery from this tragic event.
This information is based on reports from the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council, Mandaue City offices, and news coverage as of August 19, 2025.
In addition to the tragic loss of life, the flood has also caused extensive property damage and disrupted daily life for thousands of residents in Mandaue City. The flooding has also prompted weather-forecasting agencies to issue alerts for potential accidents and fires due to the ongoing heavy monsoon rainfall and the affected city's vulnerable infrastructure. General-news reports have highlighted the crucial role of the City Health Office, City Social Welfare Services (CSWS), and the City Disaster Risk Reduction and Response Office (CDRRMO) in providing health and disaster relief services to the evacuees.
