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08-04-2008, 03:10 PM
The Deputy Minister for Environment says that in spite of the ministry's efforts, it has been impossible to protect the famous sand dunes in Bani. The dunes represent one of the natural treasures of the Dominican Republic, but they also represent millions in building supplies for construction companies. As such, they are the target for illegal extractions of sand, destroying part of the environment. Victor Garcia, the deputy minister, says that in spite of the park rangers stationed in the area, it appears impossible to put a halt to the builder's assault. The ministry official did tell Listin Diario reporter Viviano de Leon that if they are caught, the full weight of the law is applied. Garcia says builders have other alternatives rather than the dunes. He says if builders approach the Ministry, they can indicate where they can legally secure sand and gravel. Meanwhile, the Listin Diario reports that the trucks continue unchecked in their illegal extraction of sand from the natural monument.
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