Tuesday, May 3, 2011

PCG prepares for roadside Buruanga Festival

BORACAY ISLAND, Malay- The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) is currently preparing for the security of the first roadside "Panagat" Festival in nearby Buruanga town.

Ariel Abriam, one of the organizers of the festival, said the presence of PCG during the festival is important since part of the activities is the Arie's Point Cup, a six kilometer rowing on May 7.

"There will be P45,000 cash prices, 25 cases of rums, 200 souvenir t-shirts, 20 cases of softdrinks, color television and other prices. The Sports Unlimited Channel of ABS-CBN will also cover this event," said Abriam.

Local boatmen and Buruanga residents are expected to benefit from the festival. According to Abriam, he assisted in the organization of the festival to extend tourism industry from Boracay to the said town.

Buruanga Mayor Quezon Labindao has also expressed support to the festival. 

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