Divers have discovered face masks washed up on coral reefs close to the Philippine capital, Manila.

Environmental groups are warning that the plastic inside face masks is breaking down and being consumed by marine wildlife.

They’re urging the Philippine government to improve its handling of medical waste, to prevent further pollution of the seas.

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