Mayor Isko declares garbage situation a 'public emergency' in Manila

Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso declared the city’s garbage problem a public emergency during a live broadcast on his first day in office on Monday, June 30.

- By DIANN CALUCIN

In his address, Domagoso informed the public that the existing contract with the garbage collector, PhilEco, officially ended yesterday.

Meanwhile, another city garbage collector, MetroWaste, reportedly sent a letter requesting for payment and assistance to haul the garbage.

Domagoso said this may lead to an increase in uncollected garbage throughout the week as the city transitions to new arrangements.

The mayor announced immediate actions to address the crisis, including intensified cleanup operations, increased garbage collection efforts, and stricter enforcement of anti-littering laws.

Domagoso also revealed that the garbage collectors have not yet been fully paid by the previous administration.