The Municipality of Buguey faces significant coastal erosion, with an average of almost three meters eroded annually from its sixteen-kilometer coastline, resulting in the loss of approximately five hectares of marshland each year. Additionally, an old seawall constructed in 1991 has partially collapsed due to wear and tear. In response, Buguey’s Municipal Engineering Office, Municipal Planning and Development Office, and Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office conducted a study. They found that the erosion impact could be mitigated through the construction of a seawall, red soil dikes (EARTH DIKES), and stone masonry.
Facing limited resources, Buguey’s Local Government Unit sought technical assistance from National Government Agencies and Private Organizations. Following recommendations, the Local Chief Executive requested financial assistance from national officials to implement effective measures against erosion. Currently, approximately one kilometer of seawall, five hundred meters of red soil dikes, and almost a hundred meters of masonry have been constructed, covering six percent of the municipality’s total coastline. However, substantial funds are still required to protect the entire sixteen-kilometer coastline, and Buguey’s Local Government fervently hopes that the requested funds for this crucial project will be granted.