Catarman N. Samar– Employees of the Department of Public Works and Highways – Northern Samar First District Engineering Office (DPWH-NSFDEO), led by District Engineer Alvin A. Ignacio and Assistant District Engineer Vivian G. Biaco, spearheaded a coastal clean-up drive along the Dalakit Shoreline in Catarman, Northern Samar, on October 18, 2024.
A total of 15 sacks of garbage, composed mostly of biodegradable materials such as driftwoods, coconut husks, coconut leaf rachis, among others were collected by more than 100 NSFDEO employees who participated the activity.
District Engineer Ignacio stressed the importance of coastal clean-ups as a tangible effort in preserving and protecting the environment and its resources.
“These clean-up drives allow us to directly contribute to preserving our planet, especially our oceans and coastlines. The trash we collect could otherwise end up harming marine life and contaminating our waters,” DE Ignacio said.
He also mentioned that this was their second coastal clean-up activity for the year and expressed hope that the initiative will continue as a regular activity of the district.
“Our continued involvement in this activity strengthens our commitment to environmental stewardship, and we aim to sustain this momentum,” Ignacio added.
The coastal clean-up is part of DPWH-NSFDEO’s series of activities aimed at promoting environmental awareness among employees and the community.
ANALIZA A. PABIA/PR
