DENR: dredging in Ilocos river aims for its restoration

CALASIAO, PANGASINAN, Philippines — The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Region I said the activity currently being undertaken within the Buaya River in Sta. Cruz, Ilocos Sur, is a river restoration and flood control project through dredging by the Provincial Government of Ilocos Sur.

In a statement posted on its social media page, DENR Region I said the project is being implemented by Fortuna Mining Corporation pursuant to its contract with the provincial government.

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“The project (was) issued with clearance by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Regional Office I and has secured all other required permits, clearances, and authorizations,” the statement said.FEATURED STORIES

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