Bianca Gonzalez Calls for Accountability on Flood Control 'Ghost Projects' Amid Renewed Flooding

Actress and host Bianca Gonzalez has urged the public to maintain vigilance over alleged corruption involving flood control funds, as heavy rains have once again caused flooding in various parts of the Philippines. In a Facebook post over the weekend, Gonzalez highlighted that the arrival of successive storms would likely reveal areas where flood control budgets were spent on so-called “ghost projects” — projects that were either incomplete or nonexistent despite allocated funds.

Gonzalez emphasized that the onset of the rainy season and the arrival of multiple typhoons would expose these questionable projects, which have long been a source of public frustration. She accompanied her message with an anti-corruption banner displayed on a wall, underscoring the need for transparency and accountability.

She expressed concern for ordinary Filipinos who work hard daily to support their families, noting that they are the ones who suffer the most when flood control projects fail or are mismanaged. Gonzalez pointed out that these communities bear the brunt of flooding caused by ineffective or absent infrastructure.

The actress-host also called on the public to remember these allegations of corruption when choosing political leaders in upcoming elections. She urged voters not to be blind to the issue and to withhold support from politicians who are accused of embezzling public funds.

Gonzalez’s statements came as the southwest monsoon, locally known as the habagat, intensified due to Typhoon Dolphin, bringing heavy rains to parts of Luzon. Several areas, including Ilocos Sur and Benguet, were placed under red rainfall warnings, signaling severe weather conditions. Metro Manila, particularly parts of Quezon City, also experienced flooding during this period.

In Baguio City, the persistent rains led to flooding, landslides, and fallen trees, prompting the evacuation of 51 families. Tragically, at least seven people have died in incidents related to drowning and landslides linked to the ongoing heavy rains.

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has forecast that the southwest monsoon will continue to bring rain over the coming days, suggesting that the flooding and related challenges may persist. Gonzalez’s call for accountability serves as a reminder of the critical need to address corruption in flood control projects to protect vulnerable communities from recurring disasters.