Philippine capital submerged in floods

Residents wade through floodwaters in Tinajeros, Malabon city, Metro Manila Aug 7, 2012. Rescuers rushed to reach trapped residents across the Philippine capital on Tuesday, as torrential rains triggered severe flooding. More than 20,000 people across Manila and nearby provinces are staying inside evacuation shelters, the welfare department said. [Photo/Agencies]

Rescuers evacuate residents near a flooded village in Marikina City, Metro Manila Aug 7, 2012. Rescuers rushed to reach trapped residents across the Philippine capital on Tuesday, as torrential rains triggered severe flooding. Flood waters reached up to two metres (6.5 feet) in the village of Tumana in Marikina City, an eastern suburb of metropolitan Manila, where some residents were stranded in their homes. [Photo/Agencies]