Flash Flood: Its Effects to the Residents of Baranggay

Buluangan Sitio Tabuk-Suba

Group Baranggay Buluangan

10-Jasmine

March 2025

Presented to:

Ma’am Elvie C. Dioquino

Teacher

Members:

Nereen Faith Alarva

Gwyneth Baquaino

Mhea Losauro

Alliah Princess Chavez

Harville Paderanga

CJ Granada

Laurence Granada

Marvie Entusiasmo
I. Introduction

A. Background Rationale

The survey focused on the effects of flash floods on the residents of Baranggay Buluangan, Sitio

Tabuk-Suba. The purpose of this study is to identify the hazards and risks in Tabuk-Suba and to

understand how the residents feel about flash floods, in order to develop solutions or strategies to

lessen, if not completely prevent, their negative effects. The researchers aimed to gather the

thoughts, experiences, feelings, and opinions of the residents of Tabuk-Suba regarding the

problems faced by the community.

B. Research Questions/Hypothesis

Before conducting the survey, the researchers prepared three questions that focused on the topic:

What are the effects of flash flood to the residents of Sitio Tabuk-Suba?

What are the problems caused by flash floods?

Who can offer the best help to flood victims?

C. Significance of the Study

The importance of this study is to identify the hazards and risks in Tabuk-Suba and to understand

how the residents feel about the cases regarding flash floods, in order to develop solutions or

ways to lessen, if not completely prevent, their negative effects. It is important for the residents

to know what to do when a flash flood is imminent, as this knowledge helps them prepare and
evacuate to avoid disaster. The findings of this research will enable them to reflect on their

actions and perspectives toward the problems their community is facing. Flood awareness

assesses the extent of the existing flood risk, develops, appraises, and recommends options to

manage floods.

D. Scope and Limitations

The survey took place in Baranggay Buluangan, Sitio Tabuk-Suba. The participants in the survey

were the residents of the area. It focused on how these residents cope with the flash floods that

frequently occur after it rains. The survey was conducted by a selected group of Grade-10

students.

II. Literature Review

Flash floods are the most dangerous kind of floods, because they combine the

destructive power of a flood with incredible speed. Flash floods occur when heavy

rainfall exceeds the ability of the ground to absorb it. They also occur when water

fills normally dry creeks or streams or enough water accumulates for streams to

overtop their banks, causing rapid rises of water in a short amount of time. They

can happen within minutes of the causative rainfall, limiting the time available to

warn and protect the public (NSSL, 2024). "From a strict hydrological sense, flood is

defined as a rise, usually brief, in the water level in a stream to a peak from which

the water level recedes at a slower rate (UNESCO-WMO 1974). The episodic

behavior of a river that may be considered flood is then termed "flood event"
(Linsley, 1942) which is described as a flow of water in a stream constituting a

distinct progressive rise, culminating in a crest, together with the recession that

follows the crest (Linsley, 1942)." This paper aims to critically review the study on the

evidence of flash floods in Sitio Tabuk-Suba, Baranggay Buluangan, Jordan, Guimaras, focusing

on warning systems, risk, and the vulnerability of the residents. The frequency and intensity of

flash floods are increasing due to climate change, impacting communities. The survey results

showed that most households were already aware of the flood risk and demonstrated good levels

of adaptive capacity, having implemented effective measures to cope with flood disasters.

III. Methodology

A. Research Design

The qualitative approach was applied in this research to gain a deeper understanding of the

residents of Tabuk-Suba's thoughts, feelings, and decisions regarding the flash floods that

frequently occur in the area when it rains.

B. Participants and Sampling Procedure

The survey was conducted by a group of Grade 10 students, and its participants were the

residents of Sitio Tabuk-Suba, Barangay Buluangan, Jordan, Guimaras, where the survey was

also conducted.
IV. Discussion

Based on the survey conducted by the researchers in Tabuk-Suba, Baranggay Buluangan, 100%

of the residents in the area know where the evacuation center is located, as well as the percentage

of residents who have received help from the government and other private organizations during

flash floods. 80% of the residents know where the danger and safe zones are located, while 20%

do not. 16.67% have experienced being trapped inside their homes for days during a flash flood.

13.33% of the residents have contracted leptospirosis after walking through floodwaters. 93%

claim that most roads in the neighborhood were destroyed by the flash floods. On the other hand,

93.3% stated that farmers benefit from the rain associated with flash floods. Additionally, 80% of

the residents prepare essential items such as a first aid kit, canned goods, and a radio when news

reports a potential flash flood in their area. Only 50% of the residents believe that the Barangay

has enough budget to fix the damages caused by flash floods, while 16.67% are unsure.

Unfortunately, the remaining 33.33% said there is not enough budget to repair the damage

caused by flash floods, including some residents' houses and roads.

V. Conclusion

Thanks to the survey conducted by the researchers in Sitio Tabuk-Suba, the purpose of the study

— which is to identify the hazards and risks in Tabuk-Suba and understand how the residents

feel about flash floods, in order to develop solutions or strategies to lessen, if not completely

prevent, their negative effects — has finally been fulfilled. At least 100% of the residents know

where the evacuation center is located, and the same 100% have received help from capable

sources. Although it is unfortunate that not all of the residents are prepared in case a flash flood
occurs, only a small percentage of them are unprepared. With the newfound knowledge that half

of the population believes in the capability of the Barangay officials, it has been proven that the

residents are not alone in facing the terrifying effects of flash floods.

VI. References

(NSSL, 2024) [Link]

(UNESCO-WMO 1974) Journal of Geographic Information System, Vol.9 No.6

(Linsley, 1942) Linsley, E.G. (1942). Contributions towards a knowledge of the insect fauna of

Lower California No. 2 Coleoptera: Cerambycidae. Proceedings of the California Academy of

Sciences, series 4. 24: 21-96.