Biliran Declared Under State of Calamity Due to Bridge Safety Concerns

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Biliran Declared Under State of Calamity Due to Bridge Safety Concerns
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The island province of Biliran in the Philippines has been placed under a state of calamity due to safety concerns about the Biliran Bridge, its primary link to the mainland of Leyte. The Sangguniang Panlalawigan (Provincial Council) authorized the use of calamity funds for immediate repairs to alternative transportation routes and to implement price control measures. The bridge's unusual swinging has raised concerns about its structural integrity and safety, prompting the government to seek assistance from national agencies to address the situation.

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The local government has placed the island province of Biliran under a state of calamity amid safety concerns over its primary bridge to the mainland of Leyte.

“Whereas, declaring a state of calamity will enable the Provincial Government to implement measures to stabilize the prices of goods and essential commodities, ensure the uninterrupted delivery of goods and services, and mobilize resources to mitigate the adverse effects of the incident,” the document read.

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