The fully operational pumping station of the Sibalom Water District (SWD) in the municipality of Sibalom boosted its capacity to supply its existing 4,000 consumers and expected 2,000 new connections.

The new pumping station in Poblacion District 4 was completed in August last year and was energized only last month. It can generate 1,500 cubic meters per day, enough for the 2,000 additional connections.

The water district has five other existing stations in barangays Nagdayao, Durog, Solong, Panlagangan and in Poblacion District 1 that provide 200,000 cubic meters of water daily.

SWD General Manager, Engr. Jonathan de Gracia said in an interview on Monday that households and commercial establishments are no longer experiencing water shortage.

“We can now assure the households and commercial establishments that we can provide them with sufficient water,” de Gracia said.

At least 2,000 additional households and commercial establishments in the service areas in barangays Bari, Alangan, Bongsod and Cubay, and in the town proper could already apply for water connections.

“We are, in fact, accepting applications for water connections. Those interested to apply for their water connection may secure an application form at the SWD, “ de Gracia said. (PNA)