epa13158730 People ride a pick-up truck moving along a flooded road in Rizal province, northeast of Metro Manila, Philippines 10 August 2026. Persistent monsoon rains in Metro Manila and several provinces in the Luzon region caused flooding and triggered evacuations by emergency response units to ensure the safety of residents. EPA/ROLEX DELA PENA

epa13158731 A man carries his wife while walking through floodwater in Pasig City, Metro Manila, Philippines, 10 August 2026. Persistent monsoon rains in Metro Manila and several provinces in the Luzon region caused flooding and triggered evacuations by emergency response units to ensure the safety of residents. EPA/ROLEX DELA PENA

epa13158727 People watch a river being monitored for alarm levels in Marikina City, Metro Manila, Philippines, 10 August 2026. Persistent monsoon rains in Metro Manila and several provinces in the Luzon region caused flooding and triggered evacuations by emergency response units to ensure the safety of residents. EPA/ROLEX DELA PENA

epa13158729 People walk along a flooded road in Rizal province, northeast of Metro Manila, Philippines 10 August 2026. Persistent monsoon rains in Metro Manila and several provinces in the Luzon region caused flooding and triggered evacuations by emergency response units to ensure the safety of residents. EPA/ROLEX DELA PENA