MANILA – President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has declared November 4 as “Day of National Mourning” in memory of the lives lost during the onslaught of Severe Tropical Storm Kristine.
Based on Proclamation 728, the national flag shall be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on all government buildings and installations across the country and abroad on Monday, in accordance with Republic Act (RA) 8941.
According to RA 8491 or the Flag and Heraldic Code of the Philippines, the Philippine Flag shall be flown at half-mast as a sign of mourning during tragedies of national significance, as ordered by the Office of the President.
“The proclamation was issued in solidarity with the bereaved families and loved ones of those who perished due to the devastation brought by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine,” Marcos said.
“The nation deeply mourns this tragic loss, and joins the families and loved ones of our departed brothers and sisters in this moment of immense sorrow,” the Chief Executive added.
President Marcos also urged the nation to offer prayers for those who lost their lives in the tragedy.
Severe Tropical Storm Kristine brought torrential rains and violent winds that triggered widespread flooding and landslides, killing at least 145 people, hurting several others, with some still unaccounted.
The storm also caused destruction of property, including immense damage to agriculture and critical infrastructures and lifelines, as well as the disruption of livelihoods and the normal way of life of the people, especially in the affected areas./PN
