Lamut, Ifugao Bans ‘Bote-bote’ Fuel Sales Amid Safety Concerns
The municipal government of Lamut, Ifugao has banned the sale and storage of gasoline and other petroleum products in improvised containers, known as 'bote-bote,' due to fire, explosion, and environmental risks. This move prompts advisories to traders and calls for alternative solutions.
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