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MANILA, Philippines – The Department of Agriculture (DA) has deployed fisheries personnel and prepared aid for coastal communities affected by the oil spill in Badoc, Ilocos Norte.
“The oil spill is a serious concern because it threatens not only marine resources but also the livelihoods of fishing communities that depend on healthy coastal waters,” Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. said in a statement on Thursday.
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“Our priority is to contain any potential impact on fisheries, ensure seafood safety, and provide immediate assistance to affected fisherfolk should the situation worsen,” Tiu Laurel added.
