Weeks after the Kanlaon volcano eruption displaced thousands in Negros Occidental, a national government fund intended for evacuees remains unspent. Procedural hurdles, specifically the need for a signed deed of donation, are cited as the reason for the delay. Local officials express frustration while communities grapple with the aftermath of the disaster.
This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.The fund, transferred to the provincial government just two days before Christmas, is intended for evacuees in Negros Occidental. Yet, weeks later, it has yet to be used.The national government set aside the fund to support the displaced families, but it remains untouched weeks after the disaster.
Lacson said, “Unfortunately, we did send the deed of donation, which I signed. Attached with it is just a certification that the Sangguniang Panlalawigan authorized me to sign the deed. What Malacañang wants is the actual resolution, so they returned it unsigned, again.”The Office of Civil Defense and Task Force Kanlaon have reiterated its warning about another Kanlaon eruption after several ash emissions and volcanic quakes occurred on Sunday, January 26.
The festival, which honors the Babaylans’ role as spiritual and community leaders in pre-Hispanic Bago, is typically highlighted by a dance competition reflecting the city’s cultural heritage. According to the festival’s narrative, the Babaylans derived their healing powers from the plants and twigs of the Kanlaon Volcano.
VOLCANIC ERUPTION AID DELAYS NEGROS OCCIDENTAL EVACUEES BUREAUCRACY
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