Marcos Addresses Siquijor Power Crisis, Visits Samar and Leyte

Siquijor Power Crisis Prompts Presidential Visit: Marcos Inspects Damage, Deploys Emergency Generators Siquijor, Philippines – President Bongbong Marcos made an unscheduled visit to Siquijor Island on June 11, 2025, to address a significant power crisis affecting the province. The crisis was triggered by the failure of the main generator operated by the Siquijor Island Power Corporation (SIPCOR), plunging the island into darkness. The video shows the President inspecting the damaged generator alongside local officials and engineers. "We are working to resolve this issue as quickly as possible," a government official stated in the video, highlighting the urgency of the situation. Two modular generators, transported from Palawan, have been deployed to provide temporary power relief. However, the long-term solution requires further investment and infrastructure improvements. Marcos' visit extended beyond Siquijor. The video also shows the President visiting Samar and Leyte, where he met with truck drivers stranded due to the power outages and inspected the damaged San Juanico Bridge in Tacloban City. This demonstrates a broader response to the challenges faced across the region. The government's swift action in providing temporary power solutions is a positive step. However, the long-term implications of SIPCOR's generator failure and the need for infrastructure improvements remain a key concern.