Off the coast of Mabini, Batangas, diver Shenna Jaye Quitoriano took her usual plunge into the waters of Balayan Bay. Expecting resplendent marine life and its hidden wonders, she was shocked at the zombie coral colonies and their graying skeletons, covered with algae. Even more disturbing was the extensive breakage of coral reefs, mostly wrought by the indiscriminate anchoring of boats. As a member of the Rotary Club of San Juan del Monte (RCSJDM), Quitoriano raised this concern to her District 3800.

Enriquez, M. C. (2024, February 18). How buoys can help save Mabini's coral reefs. Philippine Daily Inquirer, p. C2.