Locals are defending the presence of the algal bloom in the shorelines of this world-renowned island. Barangay Captain Lilibeth Sacapaño of Balabag said the algae have been present even before the development in the islands started. Sangguniang Bayan Member Datu Yap-Sumndad likewise stressed that Boracay’s water is not polluted, contrary to reports aired by a television network. The councilor urged the public to disregard the false information on the algal bloom in Boracay.

Boracay locals say algal bloom just a natural phenomenon. (2017, March 16). Manila Bulletin, p. B-8.