MANILA, Philippines — Following the six-month Boracay rehabilitation, the government is looking at replicating efforts to restore Manila Bay to its pristine state fit for recreation. The DENR warned of potential closure of establishments along the shores of Manila Bay that do not comply with environmental regulations. According to Cimatu, part of the DENR’s strategy is to ensure the compliance with environmental laws of local government units (LGUs) surrounding the bay. Class SB waters are also suitable for commercial propagation of shellfish and as spawning areas for milkfish and other similar species. Manila Bay waters are considered the most polluted in the country due to domestic sewage, toxic industrial effluents from factories and shipping operations and leachate from garbage dumps, among others.

Source: Philippine Star December 16, 2018 16:00 UTC