“I don’t think [the dolomites are harmful] based on the presentation of Secretary Cimatu. But for now, I am inclined to support the DENR (Department of the Environment and Natural Resources) under Secretary Cimatu,” he added. Quoting Cimatu, Año explained that the artificial sand is not dangerous as it is already a finished product. (The harmful dolomites are those dolomites during the crushing process.) In a previous interview, Environment Undersecretary Benny Antiporda said pouring white sand on the bay’s shoreline is phase one of the project.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer September 08, 2020 05:00 UTC