The National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) is appealing to Malacañang to release funds for the restoration of heritage churches in Pampanga province damaged by a 6.1-magnitude earthquake on Monday. 24 churches closedTwenty-four heritage churches in Pampanga have been closed because of earthquake damage. Escalante said NHCP members had visited five of the damaged churches, adding that the list could grow if the Archdiocese of San Fernando sought help for the restoration of other damaged churches. 3D scanningHe said the archdiocese had done 3D scanning of the structures, making restoration work easier for the NHCP. If the Palace does not release calamity funds for the restoration work, the NHCP, Escalante said, will request appropriation for the project in next year’s budget.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer April 25, 2019 21:33 UTC