MANILA –In a tumultuous turn of events on Wednesday (13 Dec 2023), the tranquility of Legarda Street in Manila was shattered as a major pipe rupture left approximately 6,400 Maynilad service connections in disarray. The incident submerged the entire area knee-deep in water, triggering a cascade of challenges for affected residents.

As emergency repair operations unfolded, the arterial roads experienced severe congestion, prompting closures to facilitate swift maintenance efforts. The resultant heavy traffic further compounded the woes of the community.

Responding promptly to the crisis, Maynilad dispatched water tankers to provide relief to the impacted residents, underscoring their commitment to mitigating the situation.

(Benjamin Cuaresma/AI/MNM)