"We have to relocate them to a more inland environment and away from the coast," Avila said in an interview Wednesday.
Avila, who is also Davao Gulf Management Council chair, said the increase in sea water level during monsoon rains is just one of the risks that coastline residents must deal with in the near future.
"Climate change will affect all of us, and its effect will be strongly felt along the coasts," Avila said.
Coastal villages are among the perennial problems of the local government unit. Apart from being susceptible to danger, they also add up to the pollution dumped into the water.
Every year, during the monsoon season, houses along the coasts are battered by waves and surges that get stronger every year. Yet, despite suffering the brunt of nature annually, the people still return to the place and rebuild their homes. (CPM)
