PROCLAMATION NO. 522

: The devastating rains, floods, landslides, and flashfloods caused by Typhoon Pablo (international name: Bopha) led to the declaration.
: Provinces of Compostela Valley, Davao Oriental, and Davao del Norte in Region XI; Surigao del Sur in CARAGA Region; Lanao del Norte, Misamis Oriental, and Cagayan de Oro City in Region X; Siquijor in Region VII; and Palawan in Region IV-B.
: To hasten rescue, relief, and rehabilitation efforts of the government and private sector, including international humanitarian assistance, and to effectively control prices of basic goods and commodities in the affected areas.
: Republic Act No. 10121, also known as the Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act of 2010.
: It affords LGUs ample latitude to utilize their respective calamity funds for rescue, relief, and rehabilitation of their constituents.
: They are directed to implement and execute medical assistance, relief, and rehabilitation work in accordance with existing operational plans and directives issued in connection with the calamity.
: December 7, 2012.
: It prevents price manipulation and ensures affordability and access to essential goods to support affected populations during emergency response and recovery.
: The seal of the Republic of the Philippines is affixed to signify the authenticity and formal approval of the proclamation by the President.