TACLOBAN CITY – The Fishery Law Enforcement Team (FLET) spearheaded a cleanup drive at the city’s harbor on March 21, following heavy rains that washed large amounts of trash into Panalaron Bay, one of Tacloban’s major water bodies.
Led by Mark Deody Nerja, the initiative aimed to clear accumulated waste from the harbor and prevent further pollution.
According to the Tacloban City Information Office, the waste buildup resulted from improper disposal practices and rain-induced runoff carrying debris into the bay.
In response, the local government urged barangays along waterways and coastal areas to enforce proper waste management policies to help mitigate pollution.
The city also reaffirmed its commitment to the “Libong Mo, Limpyo Mo” initiative, which promotes responsible waste disposal and stricter enforcement of environmental regulations.
(LANCE ARCHIE TORING, LNU STUDENT INTERN)
