Manila Bulletin
Occidental Mindoro governor halts dredging operations after ship sinking
Occidental Mindoro Governor Eduardo Gadiano has temporarily halted sand-dredging operations in Rizal town following the capsizing of the MV Hong Hai 16 on April 15, which resulted in at least nine crew members' deaths.
A cease and desist order has been issued to Bluemax Tradelink Inc., the company operating the sand carrier, suspending their dredging activities and their Notice to Proceed.
The Philippine Coast Guard recovered the ninth body on Sunday, April 20.
The governor has informed various government agencies, including the DENR, Mines and Geosciences Bureau, DPWH, and Environmental Management Bureau, about the suspension.
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