IMUS CITY, CAVITE - Imus City's Bantay Kalikasan team successfully conducted a clearing and cleanup operation on Imus Boulevard in Barangay Malagasang I-G following a vehicular incident, ensuring the highway was restored to a safe and orderly condition for motorists and commuters.
Prompt Cleanup After Vehicular Incident
The operation was carried out after the involved truck was towed away, with personnel working to remove road debris and hazards from the area. Road debris is a significant traffic safety concern, with studies showing it contributed to over 53,000 crashes annually on average between 2018 and 2023 . The Bantay Kalikasan team's prompt action helped prevent secondary accidents that could have resulted from obstructions on the busy thoroughfare.
Barangay Malagasang I-G is located along Imus Boulevard, a key route in the city that has seen significant development in recent years. The barangay is also home to the New Imus City Hall and the terminal for the Cavite Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) System. The clearing operation demonstrates the city government's commitment to maintaining road safety and ensuring that infrastructure projects and public spaces remain accessible and secure for residents.
A Dedicated Team for Community Safety
The Bantay Kalikasan personnel, who serve as the city's environmental watchdogs, are tasked with maintaining cleanliness and order in public spaces. Their quick response to the incident highlights the importance of having dedicated teams ready to address emergencies and maintain public safety in growing urban areas like Imus City.
The Bantay Kalikasan team regularly conducts clearing operations in various areas of Imus, including the recent massive river cleanup across multiple barangays from August 24 to 29, 2026, which covered Buhay na Tubig, Alapan 1-A and B, Malagasang 1-G, and Malagasang 2-C . These ongoing efforts, conducted in partnership with the Provincial Environment and Natural Resources Office, demonstrate the city's proactive approach to maintaining public safety and environmental cleanliness.
