Rogue fishers still blast the depths

Explosive danger: Damaged coral beds and dead marine species are tragic reminders that the destructive practice of fish bombing remains a threat.

KOTA KINABALU: Fish bombing. A mere two-word term but the destructive act, which began decades ago in Sabah, has yet to be stopped.

“It is still happening despite the increased patrols and awareness programmes held for the locals,” said Deus Diving Club (DDC) president Sim Fui.