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Taking Action to Stop the Doom

By Job Rushell L. Gandalera

Throughout the history, deforestation greatly helps in the economic development of our country. The
forest lands are being used for agriculture, building infrastructures, and as a source of raw materials like
wood. But at present, it became one of the alarming problems that needed to be solved or stopped.

Our forest are thinning due to deforestation and it is negatively affecting our ecosystems, biodiversity,
and climate. Due to deforestation, wild life are leaving their habitats and are now homeless, lowering
their survivability. Floods and landslides are frequently happening now because there are no more trees
that help to absorb water and to hold the soil. The temperature of our atmosphere is rising because
large portion of trees that help absorb carbon dioxide are being excessively cut down.

The beauty and greenness of our mountains and fields are fading due to forest fires. Wide area of fields
and mountains are now devoid. Hence, these places are now dangerous and not suitable for living
because they are prone to landslides and floods.

Campaigns and laws have been implemented to stop deforestations in our wilderness. The government,
schools, and other organizations conduct tree planting events to solve and bring back the greenness of
our bald mountains and bare fields. These tree planting events have been implemented successfully
with the people's cooperation and support.

Our school, Macutay-Palao NHS is in support to this campaign. In February 18, 2022, a tree planting
event was conducted. Teachers and students together with the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) in Rizal
planted Paper trees and Mahogany trees on an area near the school's main gate. With the unity of the
teachers, students, and the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), over a hundred trees were planted. When
these trees grow, they would be beneficial to all since they can give a good ambiance and fresh air.

Trees give many benefits to all of us. So, we need to stop cutting trees and start planting trees to bring
back our lost forests. Planting trees helps prevent natiral disasters and global warming. It provides
home, food, and protection for our wildlife. Also, it gives us comfort and promotes our mental health.

Although, the deforestation helps in our economic development, it brings a lot of problems to people
and environment. Hence, we should think intelligently by implementing reforestation.

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