MENRO Malapatan

18/09/2026

The Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Office (MENRO) joins the global celebration of International Coastal Cleanup (ICC) 2026, with the theme “Clean Seas for Resilient Communities.”

International Coastal Clean-up is a global initiative that brings together communities, organizations, government agencies, and volunteers to clean and protect coastal and marine environment. It aims to reduce marine litter, promote proper waste management, and raise awareness about the harmful effects of waste on marine biodiversity and coastal habitats.

A coastal clean-up activity was conducted along the coastal area of Brgy. Tuyan, Malapatan, Sarangani Province resulting in the collection of more than 500 kgs of trash, including plastic bottles, food wrappers, straws, discarded fishing gear, garments, plastic containers, and diapers, which may negatively impact marine life and coastal ecosystems.

The activity was actively participated in by the Office of the Municipal Vice Mayor, headed by Hon. Jean D. Delos Santos; Hon. Nasser Suib; BLGU Tuyan Officials headed by Brgy. Captain Ritchel P. Rabor; PCG, BFP, PNP-Maritime, 4P's beneficiaries, TUPAD workers, Protected Area (PA) Ranger, and Bantay Dagat.

Through collective action and community participation, the activity contributes to the protection of coastal and marine ecosystems and promotes greater awareness of the importance of keeping our seas clean for healthier and more resilient communities.

08/09/2026

07/09/2026

A juvenile 𝙋𝙝𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙥𝙥𝙞𝙣𝙚 𝙎𝙚𝙧𝙥𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙀𝙖𝙜𝙡𝙚 (𝑆𝑝𝑖𝑙𝑜𝑟𝑛𝑖𝑠 ℎ𝑜𝑙𝑜𝑠𝑝𝑖𝑙𝑢𝑠) was retrieved by the 𝐌𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 (MENRO) after it was rescued by Xian Mykee Laure Mejares, a resident of Purok 2A, Sapu Padidu, Malapatan, Sarangani Province.

According to the rescuer, the raptor landed on the terrace of their house after being chased by crows. Recognizing the need to ensure the raptor's safety, the rescuer safely secured the eagle and coordinated its turnover with the concerned environmental authorities.

Following the successful retrieval, the juvenile Philippine Serpent Eagle was formally turned over to the Community Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO) Glan for proper assessment and appropriate wildlife intervention.

This wildlife rescue highlights the vital role of the community in wildlife protection, conservation, and responsible wildlife management. The public is strongly encouraged to immediately report wildlife that is injured, distressed, displaced, or found in residential areas to the MENRO, CENRO, or other concerned wildlife authorities, and to avoid harming, capturing, keeping, or attempting to rehabilitate wildlife on their own, as improper handling may endanger both the animal and the handler. Prompt reporting and coordination with the proper authorities help ensure that wildlife receives appropriate assessment, care, and rehabilitation and, whenever possible, is safely returned to its natural habitat.

04/09/2026

𝘈𝘯𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘛𝘩𝘶𝘳𝘴𝘥𝘢𝘺, 𝘢𝘯𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘱 𝘵𝘰𝘸𝘢𝘳𝘥 𝘢 𝘨𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘳, 𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘦𝘳, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘤𝘰𝘢𝘴𝘵𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘦. 🌱

Through mangrove planting, we help restore and expand our coastal forests, providing valuable habitats for fish, crabs, birds, and other wildlife while strengthening our natural protection against coastal hazards.

At the same time, mangrove de-clogging helps keep these ecosystems healthy. Removing plastics, ropes, fishing materials, and other debris that become entangled in mangrove roots and branches helps prevent damage to the trees, keeps the area clean, and supports the natural movement of water through the mangrove ecosystem.

The 𝐌𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 (MENRO) extends its sincere appreciation to all our partners in environmental conservation for continuously giving their time and effort in every Mangrove Thursday activity. Let’s plant, clean, protect, and preserve our mangroves—𝒕𝒐𝒈𝒆𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓.

02/09/2026

The public is encouraged to take the following precautions:
• Minimize prolonged outdoor activities, especially in areas where haze is visible.
• Sensitive individuals, including children, older persons, and those with respiratory or cardiovascular conditions, should limit outdoor exposure and take necessary health precautions.
• Wear a well-fitting face mask, preferably an N95 mask or its equivalent, when going outdoors in areas affected by haze.
• Stay informed through official advisories and air quality updates issued by DENR-EMB and other concerned government agencies.

02/09/2026

AIR QUALITY UPDATE | As of 7:00 AM
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources – Environmental Management Bureau (DENR-EMB) continues to closely monitor air quality nationwide through its network of Air Quality Monitoring Stations (AQMS) to assess the extent and potential impacts of the reported haze.

The public is encouraged to stay informed and regularly check the latest air quality conditions in their respective areas.

📊 For the latest air quality monitoring data, visit: https://air.emb.gov.ph/national-air-quality-data/

01/09/2026

Our TUPAD workers continue to serve the community by conducting cleanup activities and clearing and declogging drainage canals. These efforts are important in keeping our surroundings clean and helping prevent clogged drainage systems and flooding during the rainy season.

However, 𝗞𝗲𝗲𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗲𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗰𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗲’𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆. Let us all do our part by properly managing our garbage and disposing of waste in the right places.

Let’s keep our surroundings clean—not just for today, but for everyone’s future.