Corruption and quarrying in Cebu result in tragedy
Recorded deaths in Cebu on November 7 has reached 139, caused by the floods that ravaged the island due to reckless deforestation in its mountains, worsened by Typhoon Tino’s high rainfall volume. The most deaths were recorded in Liloan and the cities of Talisay, Mandaue, and Cebu—areas that supposedly have standing flood control infrastructure, including projects contracted to Discaya-owned companies. Cebu ranks second in the country in the number of flood control projects, amounting to ₱26 billion.
Cebuanos demand justice for those devastated by the failure of flood control projects and accountability from corrupt local and national government officials.
Corruption and quarrying in Cebu result in tragedy