LEGAZPI CITY, Albay: Organizers of the Legazpi City Flying Lantern Show canceled on Wednesday night the release of lighted sky lanterns in reaction to strong opposition from environmentalists and non-issuance of permit to hold the show by the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP). Coordinators of Wave Your Wish Ceremony explained that the sky lanterns are made from biodegradable materials and can be lighted safely. The event, which is on its second year, was supposed to be held at picturesque Legazpi City Boulevard as part of the Ibalong Festival activities here. Participants in flying lantern show are given a special piece of paper to write their wishes on. Rodne Galicha, country manager of Climate Reality Project Philippines, has launched an online campaign opposing the flying lantern event, calling it an act of dumping waste and not good for the environment.

Source: Manila Times August 17, 2017 14:48 UTC