Undas liquor ban in and around Magsingal, Ilocos Sur public cemeteries

SAN ILDEFONSO, Ilocos Sur — The municipal government of Magsingal has imposed a two-day liquor ban in all public cemeteries and within a 300-meter radius of their boundaries on Nov. 1 and 2 to maintain peace and order during the observance of All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day.

Under Executive Order No. 69, Series of 2026, signed by Mayor Victoria Ina Favis on Wednesday, Oct. 28, the ban will take effect at 12:01 a.m. on Nov. 1 and remain in force until 11:59 p.m. on Nov. 2.

The order prohibits the sale, distribution, possession and consumption of alcoholic beverages within the designated areas, including roads, sidewalks, alleys and open spaces within the 300-meter perimeter of public cemeteries.

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It also bans drinking alcoholic beverages in public or semi-public areas within the covered zones, including parked vehicles, tents and informal gathering places, as well as intoxicated behavior and public disturbances related to alcohol consumption.

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The municipal government said the measure is aimed at preventing disturbances and ensure the safety of cemetery visitors, as thousands of people are expected to visit the graves of departed loved ones during the annual observance.

The Magsingal Municipal Police Station will lead enforcement operations through regular patrols and checkpoints in cemeteries and nearby areas. Barangay officials and tanods will assist in monitoring their jurisdictions and reporting violations.

The Municipal Information Office was also directed to disseminate the order through social media, posters, announcements and other communication channels.

Violators will face penalties depending on the offense. First-time offenders will have their liquor confiscated and receive a warning. Second-time offenders may face confiscation, a citation ticket and an administrative fine of at least P500.

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Third and subsequent violations may result in arrest and the filing of appropriate charges under applicable national and local laws. Establishments found violating the ban may also face temporary suspension of their permits to operate and other administrative sanctions.

The order takes effect upon approval and remains in force until the conclusion of the All Souls’ Day observance on Nov. 2.