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Balanacan port sees smooth passenger flow as Undas break ends

Marinduque authorities inspect terminal ahead of expected influx

Josephine D. Escovidal · Nov 2, 2026, 10:38 PM

Marinduque Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Officer Maj. Juan Fernandez Jr. visits the Port of Balanacan during an inspection on November 2, 2026. The provincial government reported orderly passenger movement as the Undas break drew to a close. Photo courtesy of the Provincial Government of Marinduque.

MARINDUQUE — Passenger movement at the Port of Balanacan remained orderly and uncongested on Monday, November 2, as authorities prepared for an expected influx of travelers at the close of the Undas break, the provincial government said.

Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Officer Maj. Juan Fernandez Jr. inspected the port on Monday to check operations and passenger flow.

The provincial government said it maintained coordination with the Philippine Ports Authority, Philippine National Police and Philippine Coast Guard to ensure order, security and passenger safety.

Travelers were urged to follow port regulations and cooperate with personnel overseeing terminal operations.

The advisory did not provide passenger figures or vessel departure information.