MAMBAJAO, June 26 -- To preserve the flourishing marine flora and fauna here, the provincial government of this island is urging divers and tourists to help them in preventing the destruction of its coral reefs.
Outgoing Governor Maria Luisa Romualdo said visitors to the province, especially sea divers, also play a role in the protection and preservation of Camiguin's marine life.
"We hope we can get more divers, responsible tourists, like you who would help us in the maintenance, in the preservation of our dive spots," Romualdo told the crowd of divers, tourists and locals during the opening ceremony of the 1st Camiguin Dive Festival held at the Lagundi Beach in this town on June 23.
The two-month festival runs from June 23 to August 31...