The Jalaur River in Calinog, Iloilo, is the second-longest river in Panay Island and the 17th largest river system in the Philippines. It stretches 123 kilometers from Mt. Baloy to the Guimaras Strait and supporting a 1,503 sq. km basin. It plays a vital role in the region’s agriculture, supplying irrigation to farms and water for domestic use, and is a key component of the Jalaur River Multipurpose Project Stage II for providing hydroelectric energy. Culturally, it is sacred to the indigenous communities in the area, with several spiritual and historical sites located along its banks, featured in epics like the Hinilawod. The river also holds ecological value, sustaining rich biodiversity and diverse landscapes from mountains to plains. However, it faces threats such as deforestation, pollution, sedimentation, and climate-related flooding. Conservation efforts have designated the Jalaur River as a protected area under the Jalaur River Watershed Forest Reserve Proclamation (Presidential Proclamation No. 601).
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Gellie Jill P. De la Cruz, Rey G. Tantiado, Vivian Bravo
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