Former Iloilo City Mayor Jerry Treñas shared aerial shots of the city’s mangrove areas, which he said protect the city from calamities.
“This mangrove area is a product of natural colonization, made possible by the availability of soil deposits from the city’s flood control project. Over time, this site has evolved into—and continues to grow as—a significant mangrove patch for Iloilo City,” Treñas said.
“Dominated mainly by Avicennia marina (api api), it now plays a vital role in climate change adaptation, carbon sequestration, biodiversity enhancement, and the delivery of essential ecosystem services that benefit the city and its people.”
“We must protect this natural asset as we confront the growing challenges of climate change. Mangroves have long been nature’s fortress for our coastal communities, shielding them from flooding, erosion, and pollution, while providing critical habitat for wildlife and contributing to climate mitigation.”
“In my years of service, I have witnessed how safeguarding such ecosystems ensures not only environmental health but also the well-being and livelihoods of every Ilonggo. Preserving this mangrove stand is a promise to future generations that Iloilo City will continue to uphold the delicate balance between progress and preservation.”
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