Philippine flood-control scandal resurfaces after latest monsoon deluge

Recent monsoon rains have caused significant flooding in Metro Manila and parts of Luzon, the Philippines' main island. This recurring disaster has intensified public scrutiny of President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr's administration, particularly regarding alleged corruption in flood-control projects. Analysts note that the recent deluge highlights a disconnect between the President's anti-corruption stance and the lack of tangible improvements in flood-affected communities. The heavy rainfall on Monday, with 201.7 mm falling in five hours, led to widespread inundation, stranded vehicles, and submerged areas not typically prone to flooding. The situation has renewed public debate and political accountability concerns surrounding the slow investigation into allegedly substandard or non-existent flood-control works.