RESIDENTS of Zone 5 in Canduman, Mandaue City have raised alarm over more than a week of illegal garbage dumping, saying dump trucks have been unloading trash in their neighborhood even though it is not a designated dump site.
Anonymous residents said they were told the garbage came from cleanup operations after flooding inside a mall.
They described the situation as “unbearable,” citing a strong odor, an increase in flies and health risks, especially for children and the elderly. Despite keeping their homes sealed, the smell still seeps inside. They said they reported the issue to Mandaue City Environment and Natural Resources Office (Cenro) and City Hall but received no response.
Mayor Thadeo “Jonkie” Ouano said he instructed the Cenro to act on the complaint but has yet to receive an update.
City Administrator Atty. Gonzalo “Sally” Malig-on confirmed the dumping and identified Wilmer Zanoria, a contractor and barangay councilor, as the one hauling the garbage. He said the dumping has been stopped when Centro visited the area on Monday, Nov. 17, 2025, with a technical conference to be scheduled.
A resident said the problem has persisted for weeks, with the odor strongest at night. As of this report, residents are still waiting for the garbage to be removed and for long-term action to prevent further dumping. / ABC