Project NOAH to improve hazard mapsThe bicameral conference committee earmarked P1 billion for Project NOAH, which stands for Nationwide Operational Assessment of Hazards, sourced from the P255-billion cut in the budget of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH). MANILA, Philippines — Set to receive fresh and substantial funding from the government, the team behind Project NOAH plans to enhance its hazard maps to include multiple flood analyses for improved planning. By incorporating multiple scenarios into hazard maps, the government can be better prepared and informed for future cyclones. UPRI provides data and technical support to the CCC on science-based risk and vulnerability assessments and disaster risk management. “With a multi-scenario analysis, you know what to expect.”Negros Occidental Rep. Javi Benitez said over 2.5 million Filipinos access Project NOAH’s hazard maps on its website during peak times daily.

Source: Philippine Star December 25, 2025 21:07 UTC