The Mandaue City Council is pushing both government offices and private establishments to open up deep well access as water shortages worsen in the city amid the dry season and El Niño conditions.
City Councilor Jesus Arcilla Jr., in an interview, said the current supply gap has left several areas struggling, with some already resorting to water rationing.
“Daghan gyud nag kuwang og tubig karon,” Arcilla said.
He said government-owned deep wells should be maximized and shared with nearby communities, especially in areas with little or no access to potable water.
He added that these can provide immediate relief while longer-term supply issues persist.
Arcilla said the city government is now conducting an inventory of all deep wells across Mandaue, with barangays directed to report units that need repair or rehabilitation.
He stressed that deep wells remain an important support system to the Metropolitan Cebu Water District, particularly in areas where regular distribution is unstable or insufficient.
The City Council has also approved a resolution urging private businesses and establishments with operational deep wells to share access during water crises.
The measure frames participation as part of corporate social responsibility, encouraging private stakeholders to help cushion the impact of water scarcity on affected communities.
Arcilla said the initiative depends on cooperation between local authorities, barangays, and the private sector to prevent further strain on residents already affected by limited water supply.
He said collective action is needed as demand continues to rise during peak dry conditions, adding that shared resources can help ease pressure on affected households. (VCL)
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