Eastern Samar. It spans for 20 km and is inhabited by roughly 4,000 Waraynon. Its value lies in its historical, economic, and environmental significance.
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O R G A N I C S C O M PA N Y Historical It is where Ferdinand Magellan first landed in the Philippines way back March 16, 1521.
This occurrence is widely
and openly celebrated in the town of Guiuan. This is significant in the supposed conservation of the Island according to the Mining Act of 1995. BEST FOR You 5 O R G A N I C S C O M PA N Y Economic
The neighboring areas of the
Island is one of the fishing areas for the local.
It has also been a considered as
a hidden tourist gem in the East with its picturesque view, the most beautiful underwater view, and a surfing capital.
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O R G A N I C S C O M PA N Y Environmental Significance
The area around the Island is a
declared protected area and its marine life are supposed to be conserved.
It has also long stood as a
defense against the strongest typhoons.
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O R G A N I C S C O M PA N Y Homonhon and its majestic side.
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O R G A N I C S C O M PA N Y Homonho
The majestic side of Homonhon.
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O R G A N I C S C O M PA N Y BEST FOR You 10 O R G A N I C S C O M PA N Y BEST FOR You 11 O R G A N I C S C O M PA N Y The Mining Destruction
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1. Depleted soil and land resources
2. Prone to soil erosion 3. Contaminated water 4. Destroyed marine ecosystem 5. Polluted water and air 6. Noise pollution
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O R G A N I C S C O M PA N Y HERO (Homonhon Environmental Rescue Organization) Headed by Mr. Billy Abueme
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O R G A N I C S C O M PA N Y HERO (Homonhon Environmental Rescue Organization)
1. Appeal to the President and other Legislators
2. Appeal to the media and civic organizations 3. Protests continued desecration of the Land 4. Petitions to stop and mining sites in the whole Guiuan 5. Rehabilitation of the Island
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