Law Summary
Historical Context and Reason for Declaration
- The declaration commemorates the volcanic eruption of Mt. Pinatubo on 15 June 1991.
- Mt. Pinatubo eruption was the second-largest volcanic eruption of the 20th century.
- The eruption caused massive destruction to several provinces including Zambales, Pampanga, Bataan, Tarlac, and Nueva Ecija.
Government Response and Rehabilitation Efforts
- In response to the eruption, then President Corazon C. Aquino established a Task Force on the Rehabilitation of Mt. Pinatubo Eruption-Affected Areas.
- The Task Force aimed to rationalize and integrate government rehabilitation efforts for affected communities.
Purpose of the Special Day
- Recognizes and pays tribute to those who perished and those who survived the eruption.
- Acknowledges the assistance extended in relocation, rehabilitation, and recovery of affected families.
- Provides an opportunity for the people of the City of Angeles to participate in commemorative activities.
Conditions and Public Health Measures
- The celebrations and observances are subject to compliance with community quarantine protocols, social distancing, and other public health measures.
Legal Authority and Effectivity
- The proclamation is signed by the Executive Secretary by authority of the President.
- The declaration is officially effective on 15 June 2020 in the City of Angeles, Pampanga.
- The legal effect is the recognition of the day as a special (non-working) day, which has implications for work suspensions and related observances.