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After years of flooding, Philippine village turns to bamboo, oyster shells and coconut waste to keep rising waters at bay

Source: Times of India
Category: Technology
Region: General
Published: November 06, 2026 at 05:26

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Pamarawan village in the Philippines has embraced an innovative coastal defense system to tackle flooding challenges. This initiative incorporates natural materials such as bamboo poles, oyster shells, and coconut husks to fortify against powerful waves and prevent sediment displacement. Remarkably, there have been no flooding incidents reported for almost two years since the project's inception, prompting officials to explore similar setups for other flood-threatened areas.

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