Central Luzon, Philippines - The Department of Science and Technology-Central Luzon (DOST-3) is set to deploy a mobile water treatment system (MWTS) in Tarlac province, enhancing the disaster response capabilities of local government units (LGUs).
According to Philippines News Agency, DOST-3 Regional Director Julius Caesar Sicat announced the upcoming deployment of the MWTS, emphasizing its potential to address the crucial need for safe drinking water during disasters. Funded by the DOST's Community Empowerment through Science and Technology (CEST) program and developed by Summa Waters Inc., the MWTS is equipped with a generator and can produce 500 liters of potable water per hour using ultrafiltration and reverse osmosis processes. This innovative system is designed to be portable, allowing it to be quickly moved to disaster-affected areas. Sicat highlighted the system's ability to convert floodwaters into clean water, significantly reducing the risk of waterborne diseases in evacuation centers. To ensure the system's effective operation, technical personnel will undergo specialized training. The Office of the Civil Defense-Central Luzon and the provinces of Aurora and Bulacan have already received the MWTS, marking the initial phase of this regional disaster preparedness initiative.