BALER, Aurora – To protect residents from flooding and storm surges, particularly during typhoon season, the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has completed rehabilitating an 848.6-lineal-meter flood control structure along Sabang Beach in Baler, Aurora.
The two-phase project, which cost P144.43 million, included installing durable sheet pile protection, grouted riprap, a box culvert, and Portland cement concrete pavement.
DPWH Aurora District Engineer Roderick Andal said the structure enhances the community’s defenses against coastal hazards while supporting the long-term viability of its tourism and fishing sectors.
“The upgraded flood control ensures the area’s capacity to withstand coastal hazards, reducing potential disruptions to daily life and local economic activities,” Andal stated.
Funded under the 2024 national budget, the project underscores DPWH’s commitment to safeguarding vulnerable communities through resilient infrastructure. (CLJD/RPQ, PIA Region 3-Aurora)