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The tubes, generally known as weep holes, are alleged to measure two meters and lower by way of the construction
MANILA, Philippines – Division of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Vince Dizon found “pretend tubes” in a flood management undertaking in Barangay Acao, Bauang, La Union, throughout an inspection on Tuesday, September 16.
Dizon, accompanied by Baguio Metropolis Mayor Benjamin Magalong — who additionally serves as particular adviser to the Unbiased Fee for Infrastructure — identified tubes hooked up to the construction that he described as mere “props.”
The tubes, generally known as weep holes, are alleged to measure two meters and lower by way of the construction. As a substitute, officers discovered them lower into quick items.
The company additionally famous that the metals used for the undertaking had been too skinny. Dizon mentioned the P180-million undertaking is “substandard.”
In response to Dizon, the contractor behind the undertaking is Silver Wolves, however he couldn’t present different particulars.
Though the undertaking was reported as accomplished in March 2025, it remained below building on the time of inspection.
Dizon mentioned inspections with the DPWH and President Marcos revealed a troubling sample the place flood management initiatives had been substandard and constructed with out correct plans. – Rappler.com
