President Marcos Jr. proposes revisiting the Bicol River Basin Development Program for flood prevention after Typhoon Kristine.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has proposed revisiting the Bicol River Basin Development Program to enhance flood prevention in the Bicol region, following severe flooding from Typhoon Kristine, which caused significant damage and loss of life. Local officials are directed to improve flood control and review quarrying practices that may worsen flooding. The Department of Public Works aims to start a flood mitigation project by early 2025, addressing climate change impacts.