Reflecting on the Bocaue Pagoda Tragedy:
July 2, 1993

Today marks the anniversary of a somber event etched in the history of Bocaue, Bulacan. In 1993, during the annual river festival honoring St. John the Baptist, tragedy struck when an overloaded pagoda capsized, claiming the lives of approximately 300 devotees.

The incident serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of safety and vigilance during communal celebrations.

As we remember this day, let us honor the memory of those who perished and strive for safer gatherings in the future.

(Marc Clarence Timbol)