TOH edition: Monday, 5 October 2026 · Planet & Nature
A coast can come back to life: Prieto Diaz residents now safeguard more than 1,000 hectares of recovered mangroves
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Decades of community-led protection have helped coastal habitats recover in Prieto Diaz, Sorsogon, where the mangrove forest now spans more than 1,000 hectares. Residents patrol the waters, guard the trees and guide visitors, protecting an ecosystem that supports fishing livelihoods and helps shield the coast from storm surges.
Prieto Diaz shows that sustained local stewardship can restore coastal habitats while protecting the livelihoods of people who depend on them.
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