Green groups decry continued operations, shooting by suspended mining firm in Zambales
“ZDMC-DMCI’s shooting against the residents of Acoje is deplorable. This is an alarming spike in the continuing violation of people’s rights by the mining firm.”
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“ZDMC-DMCI’s shooting against the residents of Acoje is deplorable. This is an alarming spike in the continuing violation of people’s rights by the mining firm.”
“The barricade will continue and even wider. Because we continue to oppose mining in Sta. Cruz, Zambales.”
“It’s better to die fighting, than to die helplessly.”
Sta. Cruz villagers said they do not want another deadly “red flood” to happen.

By DEE AYROSO
“Before the mining started, the environment was pristine. We lived on farming, and the harvest was plentiful. Now, when it rains, red water rises.”
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