PROCLAMATION NO. 805

: The Executive Secretary is empowered by law and by the authority of the President of the Philippines to declare a state of calamity.
: The declaration was due to a mass food poisoning incident that resulted in the deaths of 27 elementary school children and hospitalization of more than 100 victims.
: The state of calamity was declared on March 14, 2005.
: The proclamation was signed by Executive Secretary Eduardo R. Ermita by authority of the President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo, and attested by Senior Deputy Executive Secretary Joaquin C. Lagonera.
: It enables government agencies to mobilize resources quickly, extend relief and medical assistance, and implement emergency measures in accordance with laws and operational plans.
: A state of calamity can be declared under events like mass food poisoning incidents that cause deaths and hospitalizations among residents.
: The proclamation was signed in the City of Manila.
: The Executive Secretary signs the proclamation by authority of the President and directs relevant agencies to act accordingly.
: Affixing the seal signifies the official and legal authority of the government in declaring the state of calamity.