The world-famous Boracay island would be shut down to “heal itself” starting April 16, the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) said. The DILG said administrative complaints are being prepared against local officials led by Aklan Gov. Florencio Miraflores for neglect of duty in protecting the island resort. Miraflores recommended to the DILG the cancellation of “LaBoracay,” a weeklong merrymaking event, as the island would be shut down starting April 16 to pave the way for its massive rehabilitation.

Felipe, C.S.(2018,April 02). DILG to file raps vs Boracay local gov't execs. The Philippine Star, pp. 2, 3.