Senator Bong Go Extends Aid To Boracay Fire Victims

BORACAY ISLAND, Malay, Aklan — Senator Christopher “Bong” Go has extended assistance to residents affected by a fire that hit Sitio Hagdan, Barangay Yapak, Boracay Island, on September 1, leaving an estimated ₱691,500 in property damage.
The assistance was distributed to affected residents during an activity at the Yapak Barangay Civic Center, where Go delivered a message through an online address.
In his message, Go thanked Aklanons for placing him among the top candidates in the recent elections and appealed to Boracaynons to continue supporting him.
The assistance included food packs, shirts and basketballs for the fire victims and the community.
The September 1 fire affected 10 houses, eight of which were totally damaged and two partially damaged, according to the Boracay Fire Station.
The blaze razed approximately 461 square meters of residential area and took more than an hour to extinguish. Authorities said the houses were made of mixed materials, while strong winds contributed to the rapid spread of the fire.
No injuries or casualties were reported. Displaced residents temporarily stayed at the barangay covered court following the incident.
Reportc said many residents were unable to save their belongings, particularly boarders who were at work when the fire broke out.
The Boracay Fire Station continues to investigate the incident, with firefighters scheduled to return to the area to gather additional evidence and determine the origin of the fire.
The assistance from Go came as affected families faced the challenge of recovering from the loss of their homes and personal belongings.