DENR Seeks Explanation from Davao Mayor Over Waste Dumping Incident
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DENR Seeks Explanation from Davao Mayor Over Waste Dumping Incident

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has requested an explanation from Davao City Mayor Sebastian Duterte regarding the improper dumping of mixed waste at the DENR Davao regional office, allegedly linked to a social media post by the mayor. The mayor has been given five days to respond.

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  • DENR Seeks Explanation from Davao City Mayor Over Garbage Dumping

    The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) in the Philippines has requested an explanation from Davao City Mayor Sebastian Duterte regarding alleged illegal waste dumping. The dumping, which occurred in front of a DENR office, a location the mayor had suggested as a temporary waste collection point, is suspected of violating environmental laws.