Balitang Southern Tagalog: Kaliwa Dam
Summary
TLDRIndigenous people in Quezon province express concern over the construction of a dam, fearing it will affect their ancestral land and livelihood. The dam's construction is linked to frequent flooding, and the community is worried about the environmental impact. The local government is taking action, with Quezon Governor Helen Tan planning to engage with government agencies to address the issue. The Manila Water Sewerage System (MWSS) aims for the dam to be fully operational by 2027, but the indigenous community and farmers fear losing their water sources. The provincial government is committed to resolving the issue, ensuring the voices of the indigenous people are heard.
Takeaways
- ποΈ The construction of a dam is affecting the indigenous people's ancestral land, causing changes to their traditional way of life.
- π§οΈ Frequent flooding is now a common issue for the locals, especially during heavy rains, which is a new problem attributed to the dam construction.
- πΏ The environment has been altered, with many changes reported by the indigenous people, including the absence of insects that used to be present.
- π£οΈ The construction of an access road for the dam is a concern for the locals, as it may lead to further environmental degradation.
- π§ The dam project is expected to impact water supply, potentially causing farmers to lose access to water sources.
- π The Manila Water Sewerage System (MWSS) is involved in the dam project, with over 20 boreholes planned, aiming for full operation by 2027.
- ποΈ The dam's construction is a concern for the indigenous people of General Nakar and Infanta, who rely on the land for farming and fishing.
- π There is an ongoing campaign by the group 'Alm Dam' to represent the interests of the indigenous people, farmers, and fishers, advocating for a halt to the dam construction.
- ποΈ The provincial government is taking action, with Quezon Governor Helen Tan planning to communicate with government agencies to address the dam's impact.
- π£οΈ There is a call for the indigenous people's voices to be heard and for the dam project to be discussed and managed in a peaceful manner.
Q & A
What is the main concern of the indigenous people regarding the construction of the dam?
-The indigenous people are concerned that the construction of the dam will affect their ancestral domain and change their way of life, as it has already led to frequent flooding during heavy rains.
What is the current situation of the indigenous people's environment due to the dam construction?
-The environment of the indigenous people has been altered, with many changes occurring in their surroundings. The construction has resulted in the displacement of insects and other creatures, and there is a fear that the situation will worsen with the construction affecting Rizal and Quezon.
What are the potential impacts of the dam construction on the local farmers and fishermen?
-The construction of the dam could lead to the loss of water sources for local farmers and fishermen, affecting their livelihoods. The indigenous people and other sectors are worried about the potential negative effects on their daily lives.
What is the timeline for the dam and sewerage system to become fully operational?
-The Manila Water Sewerage System (MWSS) mentioned that the dam and sewerage system are expected to be fully operational by the year 2027.
What actions are being taken by the local groups to address the construction of the dam?
-Local groups, including indigenous people, farmers, and fishermen, are taking action to halt the construction of the dam. They are advocating for their concerns to be heard and for the construction to be stopped.
What is the role of the provincial government in addressing the concerns about the dam construction?
-The provincial government is actively involved in addressing the concerns. They are making efforts to communicate with the concerned agencies and are not leaving the issue unattended.
What was the response from the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) when asked about the dam construction?
-The DNR stated that they have ordered a halt to the construction during that time, but the exact nature of the order and its current status are unclear.
What is the role of the media in this situation, as mentioned in the script?
-The media, specifically Southern Tagalog Regional TV, is playing a role in reporting the issue and attempting to obtain statements from the MWSS and other relevant parties to provide more information to the public.
What is the main goal of the rally or gathering mentioned in the script?
-The main goal of the rally is to seek a peaceful resolution and discussion of the dam construction project, emphasizing the importance of hearing the voices of the indigenous people and other affected groups.
What is the stance of Quezon Governor Helen Tan on the dam construction?
-Governor Helen Tan of Quezon has assured that she will personally communicate with government agencies to address the concerns regarding the dam construction.
Outlines
ποΈ Impact of Dam Construction on Indigenous Communities
Indigenous people from the area express concerns over the construction of the Kaliwa Dam, which they say is affecting their ancestral lands. The once peaceful and quiet place has become a site of change, with their way of life being disrupted since the beginning. There are no more people or insects visiting the area freely, and the construction has led to significant environmental changes. The main issue highlighted is the increased flooding during heavy rains, which is becoming more frequent. The indigenous people blame the dam construction for the destruction of their environment. The construction is set to affect Rizal and Quezon, with the Manila Water Sewerage System (MWSS) stating that over 20 villages will be fully operational by 2027. The indigenous people, farmers, and fisherfolk are worried about the impact on their livelihoods, fearing water scarcity. A group called 'Aling Kta' is advocating for the indigenous, farmers, and other sectors to halt the construction of the dam. They are seeking dialogue with government agencies to address their concerns. The Quezon Governor, Helen Tan, assures that she will personally communicate with the concerned agencies. Initial information from the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) suggests that there are orders for a halt on construction, but there is confusion about the details. The Provincial Government is actively seeking a statement from MWSS, and the situation is being reported by Southern Tagalog Regional TV, with Andrew Bernardo covering the story.
Mindmap
Keywords
π‘Construction
π‘Indigenous People
π‘Environmental Impact
π‘Flooding
π‘Dam Construction
π‘Rizal and Quezon
π‘Manila Water Sewerage System (MWSS)
π‘Ancestral Domain
π‘Farmers
π‘Protests and Advocacy
π‘Government Agencies
Highlights
Indigenous people are affected by the construction of the Kaliwa Dam.
Their once free and peaceful land has become a construction site.
The construction has led to changes in their way of life.
The indigenous people have not experienced any insect infestations or other people visiting their land before the construction.
The construction has caused a different atmosphere, with the indigenous people now facing the presence of the construction workers.
Frequent flooding is now a common occurrence due to the construction, especially during heavy rains.
The indigenous people blame the construction for the frequent landslides.
The construction of the dam is expected to affect the water supply of Rizal and Quezon, as stated by Manila Water Sewerage System (MWSS).
The dam and the sewerage system are expected to be fully operational by 2027.
The construction will have a significant impact on the indigenous people, farmers, and fishermen in the area.
Farmers are concerned about losing their water sources due to the dam construction.
The group 'Aling Kta' is fighting to protect the rights of the indigenous people, farmers, fishermen, and other sectors affected by the dam construction.
The construction of the dam in Quezon is a priority, and the group is calling for a halt to the construction.
The construction of the access road to General Nakar is believed to be the beginning of the dam construction.
The provincial government is not ignoring the issue and is making efforts to address it.
Initial information from the Department of Natural Resources (DENR) suggests that the construction is not in compliance with certain regulations.
The provincial government is assured to not abandon the issue and is working on getting a statement from MWSS.
Quezon Governor Helen Tan is personally involved in communicating with government agencies regarding the dam construction.
Transcripts
ilang katutubong dumagat sinabing
apektado na ng konstruksyon ng kaliwa
dam ang kanilang lugar ang detalyes sa
report ni Andrew
Bernardo dati malaya at tahimik na
nakakapamasyal lugar nagbago na ang
kanilang pamumuhay sa simula't simula po
naman walang walang napunta doong ibang
tao walang insek na napunta doon malaya
kami Walang nagtatanong sa amin kahit
anong galaw namin di yan ay ngayon po ay
may kakaiba dahil Mayon pong naaalangan
na katubo na lumabas kung naririyan sila
marami na rin umano ang nabago sa
kanilang kapaligiran resulta nito Ang
madalas na pagbaha sa kanila tuwing
malakas ang ulan yun na po ang
pangunahing parang ah kadalasan na yun
ang sisisihin namin yung mga pagsira
nila doon sa lalo pita sa kalikasan
ngayon po ang ilog namin doon kaunting
ulan labong Labo ang dahil do sa
ginagawa nilang kalye kaya naman sakali
umanong maumpisahan na ang pagsasagawa
ng kaliwa dam sa lugar nag-aalala silang
mas lumala ang sitwasyon Tatamaan ang
konstruksyon ang Rizal at Quezon nauna
ng sinabi ng Manila water sewerage
system o mwss na mahigit 20 Poro ng
tapos Ang dam at magiging fully
operational sa taong 2027 ting ng
katutubong si Aling kta malaki ang
magiging epekto nito sa mga taga-general
na car at Infanta ang mga magsasaka ay
umaasa sa mga palayan at mawawalan yo ng
tubig Patuloy ang pagkilos ng grupong
alm dam na kumakatawan sa mga katutubo
magsasaka mangingisda at iba pang sektor
para tutulan ang nakaambang konstruksyon
ng dam sa Quezon una na diyan ang
pagpapatigil ng konstruksyon ng Access
Road sa General na car na
pinaniniwalaang panimula ng konstruksyon
ng dam sa sa lalawigan sa Kongreso
mag-alab rin kami
ah Pero yun nga ang sinasabi namin ay
para kami marinig marinig yung boses
namin hindi namin to gagawin sa isang ah
rally o yung rarara na maingay ang
talagang layunin namin dito ay sa isang
mapayapang paraan ay upuan ito at
pag-usapan ng maingi bagamat proyekto ng
National Government tiniyak ni Quezon
Governor Helen Tan na personal na
makikipag-ugnayan sa mga ahensya ng
pamahalaan
ang initial information ko when I asked
Nung tinanong ko on DNR about this
nasabi naman nila na na orderan nila ng
cist and deist ang dpa wh during that
time no so which Ah hindi ko lang alam
kung yun ba ay nift or ah Ano ang
nangyari doon sa kanilang issue so rest
assured na
ah ang provincial Government naman ay
hindi sila papabayaan sinisikap pa ng
may Regional TV balitang Southern
Tagalog na makuha na ng pahayag ang
mwss kasama si kel rava Andrew Bernardo
balitang Southern Tagalog
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