Municipal Tourism Council proposes to close Sagada Caves on rainy season

The following is an excerpt from the PIA website news article:

“The Municipal Tourism Council of this scenic town has proposed the closure of caves to tourists during the rainy season for  safety reasons.   

“Mayor James Pooten said closure of caves which are frequented by tourists is aimed at protecting the tourists from any danger to ensure that they enjoy their stay in Sagada

“The mayor explained that during the rainy days, it is very dangerous to go inside the scenic caves particularly the Sumaguing Cave since there is always the danger of flashflood inside the caves.  

“Some drowning incidents due to flashfloods following heavy rains have been recorded in the caves of Sagada in the past years.

“Aside from the safety of tourists, the closure of the caves will also be for their “rest and rejuvenation” from being used almost daily. Sagada has been practicing the traditional “ubaya” (rest day) that includes the temporary closure of tourists spots.”

Full news content can be accessed here: https://pia.gov.ph/news/articles/1023537

Reference

Cawis, R. M. M. ( June 24, 2019 ). Tourism Council proposes to close caves on rainy season. Accessed on June 26, 2019 from PIA website https://pia.gov.ph/news/articles/1023537 .