The municipality of Paracale in Camarines Norte is no stranger to storm surges and floods. Its residents face constant threat from the heavily-silted river encircling the town. Fishermen also have difficulty navigating through the shallow river just to make a living.

Bicol-based journalist Rosas Olarte reports.

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