06/11/2025
The Sierra Madre mountain range in the Philippines is currently facing severe deforestation due to a combination of mining, logging, and other human activities. Satellite images show significant deforestation in areas like Isabela, where a mining company has been operating under a controversial contract, raising concerns about the long-term impact on the ecosystem and the range's role as a natural typhoon barrier. While government agencies state permits are valid and operations are sometimes outside protected zones, the ongoing damage is a major concern for environmentalists and communities.
