Caption: FACE MASK PROBLEM — Environmental watchdog EcoWaste Coalition finds single-use face masks littering the coast of Rosario, Cavite in July, 2020
“We strongly suggest that used face masks, face shields and other protective materials should be safely managed and disposed of at all times. This should also form part of the MPHS to safeguard public health and the environment from these potentially infectious discards, which are also polluting our streets and oceans,” Jove Benosa, Zero Waste Campaigner, EcoWaste Coalition, said.
Department of Environment and Natural Resources Secretary Roy A. Cimatu had described the face mask discovery at Anilao reef as “alarming”. “Local ordinances, if effectively enforced, will encourage citizens to safely manage and dispose of COVID-related waste instead of throwing them anywhere and everywhere,” said Benosa.
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