This is the dramatic moment an optimistic scooter rider braved waist-deep floods on a road in the Philippines.

Footage captured by Vicjohn Marc shows several vehicles struggling to move through rising floodwaters in Mandaue City, Cebu, on June 6.

A motorcyclist carrying a pillion passenger was seen continuing their journey despite the heavily inundated road, navigating through the deep waters.

Vicjohn was also seen stepping onto a partially submerged motorbike, while nearby residents worked together to push a silver sedan to safety.

The Philippines and neighbouring Southeast Asian countries are entering their annual monsoon season, marked by soaring temperatures followed by intense rainstorms.

The region's low-lying geography, inadequate drainage systems, and rapid urbanisation make it especially vulnerable to flooding.

Limited infrastructure often struggles to handle the heavy rainfall, resulting in widespread flash floods.