Fish harvests have doubled while nearby communities are now flood-free and protected from strong waves and storm surges following the restoration of mangrove forests along Balanga City’s coastlines. The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) said in a news release that for years, communities and fishing families in this coastal Bataan town were regularly threatened by floodwaters, especially during high tide. Residents said fish catch declined as mangroves were cut down and forests degraded, resulting in the loss of coastal vegetation.

Moaje, M. (2026, November 4). Restored Balanga mangroves boost fish catch, flood protection. SunStar Pampanga, pp. 2, 7.