How Climate Change and Land Reclamation Are Consuming Philippine Coastal Villages

The destruction of the natural coastal ecosystem is another tragic side effect. Mangrove forests, which once served as a vital natural defense against storm surges and provided habitats for numerous species, have been cleared to make way for development. The loss of these protective barriers leaves communities even more exposed to the elements, turning a bad situation into a truly perilous one. The delicate balance of the bay's ecosystem is being irrevocably altered, with long-term consequences for both the environment and the people who depend on it.