The source said the drop in tourist arrivals would be most likely felt next month because of the proposal of an interagency task force to close the island to tourists starting April 26. The closure will last for six months. Officials of the task force earlier said the temporary closure was necessary to demolish and remove illegal structures, build or repair the island’s sewerage system, and implement rehabilitation efforts.

Burgos, N. P. Jr. (2018, March 29). Boracay still draws tourists despite woes. Philippine Daily Inquirer, p. A7.