By Rowena T. Cruz Dangerously high water levels render the Canda Spillway completely impassable to all traffic. (Sariaya MDRRMO Quezon) ...
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| Dangerously high water levels render the Canda Spillway completely impassable to all traffic. (Sariaya MDRRMO Quezon) |
SARIAYA, Quezon - Local commuters and motorists in Sariaya experienced travel disruptions this past week, culminating in a critical advisory from the local Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction Management Office (MDRRMO) that three spillways remain impassable. As of 2:09 PM on Sunday, November 9, 2025, persistent rains, linked to the approaching Super Typhoon "Uwan", kept water levels dangerously high, forcing closures across the municipality.
According to MDRRMO all three water crossings—the Limbon Spillway, the Tumbaga 1 Spillway, and the Canda-Tumbaga Spillway—carry the status of noy. This severe warning applies to all types of vehicles and results directly from the sustained water level over the crossings, which shows no signs of receding. The continuous downpour, intensified by the storm system, impedes passage for residents and local businesses.
This sustained closure disrupts commerce and limits the mobility of residents relying on these routes for travel, including the transport of goods and access to main centers. Relentless rainfall placed Quezon under a warning; the worsening forecast, fueled by Typhoon Uwan's approach, makes any return to normal travel highly unlikely.
MDRRMO insists everyone heed the 'NOT PASSABLE' advisory and avoid attempting to cross, as local officials implore the community to prioritize safety. Floodwaters are deceptive, often concealing deep currents and washed-out road sections, thus posing a severe risk of accidents, especially as weather conditions are expected to deteriorate further.
Residents must use designated alternate routes (other roads) and should closely monitor the official Facebook pages and radio broadcasts of the Disaster Management Office and the local government for real-time updates. Response teams track water levels in all areas to ensure the prevention of loss of life and property.
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