Nearly 200 families evacuated in La Union as TD Luis triggers flooding

During the onslaught of Tropical Depression Luis on the evening of August 3, 2026, some parts of the country were flooded—including La Union, where around 200 families had to evacuate their homes.

In a “24 Oras” report by Ian Cruz on Tuesday, some residents of Naguilian, La Union, were seen attempting to rescue their livestock from the floodwaters, including Xyrchez Pascua, who was caught on video transporting pigs on a sidecar.

“Nalulunod na po sila kaya ‘yung mga baboy po pinunta na po sa mas mataas na lugar,” Pascua said.

(They were drowning, so we had to move the pigs to higher ground.)

In another video, a group of men attempted to rescue their cattle from a neighboring barangay, only to end up stranded themselves.

Local authorities had to initiate clearing operations due to uprooted trees caused by strong winds and heavy rainfall.

“’Yung iba pong tahanan, may mga nagsiliparan po ang bubong; may mga signage din po na natanggal dahil po sa lakas ng hangin,” La Union Provincial Information Officer John Martin said.

(The roofs of some homes were blown away, and several signboards were detached because of the strong winds.)

Based on data from local authorities, nearly 200 families were evacuated.

“Meron pong 159 families or 484 individuals ang nananatili po sa evacuation centers sa bayan ng Naguilian at Bagulin,” Martin said.

“Habang meron naman pong 29 families or 99 individuals ang nananatili naman po outside evacuation centers. Mostly po nasa mga kamag-anak po nila ang mga ito,” he added.

(There are 159 families, or 484 individuals, currently staying in evacuation centers across the municipalities of Naguilian and Bagulin. Meanwhile, 29 families, or 99 individuals, are staying outside evacuation centers, mostly taking shelter with relatives.)

A total of 34 barangays in Bauang, Naguilian, and San Fernando City experienced power service interruptions.

Parts of Pangasinan were also flooded, such as in Lingayen, where several roads were submerged. The local disaster risk reduction and management officer requested additional assistance.

In Baguio City, Kennon Road was temporarily closed to non-residents due to hazardous road conditions.

Meanwhile, in Antipolo City, Rizal, a fallen tree and power pole injured a motorist and slowed traffic in the area.

“Agad naman po nating dinispatch ‘yung mga ambulansya para po madala sila sa pinakamalapit po na pagamutan,” Antipolo City Chief PIO Relly Bonifacio Bernardo said.

(We immediately dispatched ambulances to take them to the nearest hospital.)

In Nueva Ecija, overnight rains caused the Dupinga River to overflow. Meanwhile, in Cabanatuan City, floodwater filled some streets, prompting barangay personnel to offer free boat rides.

According to records from Cabanatuan, 14 barangays reported flooding, and nearly 2,000 families were forced to evacuate to three designated evacuation sites.

Farms

Before the heavy rain damaged their crops, farmers in Atok, Benguet, had already harvested their planted carrots to prevent further loss from the severe weather.

While the heavy rains posed a threat for farmers in Benguet, they brought relief to farmers in Casiguran, Aurora, where rice fields had been suffering from drought.

“Kasi nung nakaraan halos matuyo na yung tubigan, nagbibitak-bitak na po yung lupa namin na andito, 50-50 na maka-survive po ‘yung tanim namin. So ngayon po ay thankful po kami,” said Rosalina Curitana, a farmer.

(Previously, the paddies were almost completely dry, and our soil was cracking. Our crops had a 50-50 chance of survival. So now, we are very thankful.) —Lyjah Tiffany Bonzo/LDF, GMA News