Firecrackers discouraged by local BFP
By Paulo Loreto Lim
Kalibo Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) fire marshall, Fire Senior Inspector Sidjie Gerardo, discouraged the use of firecrackers during the street dancing events.
He noted, by avoiding the use of such pyrotechnics, injuries to those gathered for the festival can be avoided.
Sinaot sa Calle and the Aklan Higante Contest are both scheduled to take place today, January 18; while the Ati-Atihan street dancing is scheduled for tomorrow, January 19.
The festival comes to a close on Sunday, January 21./PLL, WDJ