DOT: Review travel plans to earthquake-affected areas 0 SHARES Share it! Share TweetBy Analou De VeraThe Department of Tourism (DOT) has encouraged tourists to “review” any of their travel plans to the areas affected by the 6.1 magnitude earthquake that jolted parts of Luzon Monday afternoon. “We ask those planning to visit the affected areas to review their travel plans and allow our authorities to complete their urgent tasks for now,” said Tourism Undersecretary Benito Bengzon Jr. in a text message sent to the Manila Bulletin. Bengzon said that the tourism department is coordinating with other government agencies that are involved in the response operations. READ MORE: Strong 6.1 quake jolts Metro, Luzon, 491 aftershocks recorded after 6.1-magnitude quake that shook Metro, Luzon

Source: Manila Bulletin April 23, 2019 06:11 UTC