Several malls in Manila have announced on Wednesday that they are providing temporary shelter for individuals affected by the intense rain and flooding brought about by the enhanced Southwest monsoon and Typhoon Carina.
SM Supermalls mentioned that their branches particularly: SM City Manila, SM Center Muntinlupa, SM City Sucat, SM City Bicutan, and SM City BF Parañaque, will be accommodating individuals who wish to seek temporary shelter.
They will be offering services such as free WiFI, available charging stations, help desk, and overnight parking charges will be waived for the day.
JUST IN: Inalok na ng @smcity_manila ang kanilang mall bilang silungan sa mga residenteng malapit sa lugar na apektado ng matinding pag-ulan at baha.
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Handa rin daw ang kanilang help desk dito at may available na free wifi at charging stations sa loob. | DZRH News pic.twitter.com/pgA0xp9r5u
Additionally, Vista Mall has declared that its shopping centers will be available for stranded customers and commuters affected by the habagat and typhoon.
LOOK: Nag-alok ang Vista Malls ng libreng shelter para sa mga stranded na komyuter bunsod ng bagyong #CarinaPH.
— DZRH NEWS (@dzrhnews) July 24, 2024
Kabilang mga mga alok nitong serbisyo ay overnight parking, palikuran, power outlets para mag-charge ng mga device, at free WIFI access. | DZRH News pic.twitter.com/7blKNALCVz
Filinvest Malls also announced availability for providing safe space for those who want temporary shelter amid the heavy rain. The following branches were mentioned: Festival Mall, Alabang; Main Square, Bacoor; For a Mall, Tagaytay; Filinvest Shoppes Makati; and The Shoppes at Studio 7, Quezon City.
Free WiFi, access to charging stations, and restrooms were offered for convenience.
LOOK: Ilang mall sa Muntinlupa, binuksan sa mga apektado ng malakas na pag-ulan, pagbaha | RH 15 @JecelleRicafort, DZRH News pic.twitter.com/0eaHZKQNYY
— DZRH NEWS (@dzrhnews) July 24, 2024
Moreover, Robinsons Manila and Robinsons Galleria offered waived overnight parking, free WiFi, and available charging stations as well.
Ayala Malls Marikina and Ayala Malls Fairview Terraces will also be opening its doors for nearby residents who would like to seek temporary shelter. Designated waiting areas, free charging stations, and restrooms will be accessible even beyond mall operating hours. Overnight parking fees will be waived as well.
