Marcos taps LWUA to probe school water issues

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has directed the Local Water Utilities Administration (LWUA) to investigate the loss of water service in elementary schools in Bulacan.

During his visit to Tibagan Elementary School and Barihan Elementary School in Bulacan, Marcos discovered bathrooms that are in need of repair. He found that some of the bathrooms are no longer connected to water despite operating as public schools.

According to Palace Press Officer Undersecretary Claire Castro, the loss of water service is not just a concern for cleanliness and the health of students but also for their dignity.

"Paano sila makakapagaral nang maayos kung ang mismong eskwelahan ay kulang sa batayang serbisyo?" Castro asked.

LWUA is given 48 hours to submit findings of initial reports into the issue.

“Inatasan ang LWUA na kaagad magsagawa ng imbestigasyon. Sinu-sino ang may pananagutan? Bakit walang tubig? At papaano ito maibabalik bago magbukas ng klase sa susunod na linggo," she said.

LWUA is given 48 hours to submit an initial report to the Office of the President.