Some tourist spots in Sorsogon closed due to Bulusan eruption

Tourists have been prohibited from going to some tourist areas in Sorsogon due to the recent activity of Bulusan Volcano.

On Facebook, Sorsogon Provincial Tourism Officer Bobby Gigantone said these destinations include those in Juban, Casiguran, and a part of Irosin.

The decision was made in coordination with the Inter-Agency Coordinating Council and the Sorsogon Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office.

"So temporarily, based on the decision of the local government unit as recommended by the interagency task force for Bulusan, wala na muna ang pinapahintulutan ng mga magbibisita,” Gigantone said.

(As recommended by the interagency task force for Bulusan, the local government unit has prohibited tourists are temporarily prohibited tourists from visiting the said areas.)

"Kailangan pong i-close because ang issue is about the safety of the visiting tourist,” he added.

(The sites are closed for the safety of the tourists.)

Bulusan Volcano erupted again on Tuesday evening, sending ashfall to several barangays, including Cogon, Tinampo, Monbon, Bolos, Gulang-Gulang, Gabao, Bulawan, and Macawayan in Irosin; Guruyan in Juban; and Zone 7, Somagongsong, Beguin, and Aquino in Bulan.

Gigantone said visitors may still visit other tourist spots in Sorsogon, but they must follow the advisories to ensure their safety.

He urged tourists to inquire first about the area's situation before visiting.

“Ang aming opisina naman ay magabukas para ma-assist po kayo kung saan kayo pupunta para po hindi po malagay sa alanganin,” Gigantone said.

(Our office is open to assist you in your visit so that we can assure your safety.)

He also advised business owners to coordinate with their respective local Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction Management Office. –NB, GMA Integrated News