The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) warned of the potential closure of establishments along the shores of Manila Bay that do not comply with environmental regulations, Secretary Roy A. Cimatu said. Speaking to reporters Tuesday, Mr. Cimatu said: “Those establishments that are right on the water will be closed. I will recommend to the local government that in the first place, they shouldn’t be given business permits.” Mr. Cimatu said the extent of Manila Bay pollution was about 115 million most probable number (MPN) fecal coliform bacteria per 100 milliliter (ml) in 2016, which DENR wants to reduce in 2019.

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