Ormoc, Leyte – The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG), through its Marine Environmental Protection Command (MEPCOM), fulfilled its mandate in preventing marine pollution through effective enforcement of environmental laws within the maritime zones. With the launch of Task Force Ingat Dagat in Region VIII, the program addresses a comprehensive initiative designed to strengthen environmental protection through community engagement, pollution response training, and awareness campaigns targeting schools, fisherfolk, port stakeholders, and coastal communities.

In partnership with Cleanaway Philippines, Inc. in the Eastern Visayas, the Marine Environmental Protection Enforcement and Response Group – Eastern Visayas (MEPERG EV) spearheads a campaign with key industry stakeholders. We thank the agency for recognizing our role in driving economic growth with a shared responsibility to safeguard the local marine environment. 

The Task Force Ingat Yaman Dagat and Oil Spill Response Exercise was held last August 7 to 8, 2025 in Ormoc City with Mayor Lucy Torres-Gomez as the Guest of Honor and Speaker.