Manila, July 22 -- The National Irrigation Administration (NIA) on Tuesday said it utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) to ensure a timely public advisory on the release of water in dams under its operational management.

During a hybrid Palace briefing, NIA Administrator Eduardo Guillen said they have an advanced forecast system to provide ample time intervals between the announcement and the actual water release to ensure the safety and preparedness of communities that may be affected.

"Dito po sa NIA, ang totoo po niyan (Here at NIA, the truth is) two weeks prior. Mayroon kasing ginagamit ang NIA ngayon na itong ating (the NIA is utilizing our) advance weather forecasting system na may (with) AI technology," he said.

"Ang pinaka-mai...