The province of Camiguin is known as one of the most beautiful islands in the Philippines.  It is famous for its rich cultural heritage, as seen in their traditional arts and craftworks, as well as its vast and diverse natural environment. Tourists often visit the island since it has become a major attraction in the country.

Camiguin has three (3) ports which are operational and facilitate the transportation of tourists, local residents, and even trucks that carry goods and livestock. These ports are located in Balbagon, Guinsiliban, and Benoni, with the latter being the main port of entry. However, during the COVID-19 pandemic, the province of Camiguin has been implementing strict measures in all its ports to ensure the safety and security of all passengers and local residents.  Since trucks carrying live animals also pass through its ports, precautionary measures are implemented to prevent livestock diseases such as the African Swine Fever (ASF) from entering their island.

In relation to this, the Office of the Provincial Governor and the Department of Agriculture Regional Field Office 10 – Livestock Division partnered with the Terminal Management Office of Camiguin for the installation of an Automated Vehicle Disinfection System at the Port of Benoni.

The installation was completed on December 28, 2021, with the disinfection system, composed of a panel box and wall mounted sprayers, placed at the exit gate of the Benoni Port. Once operational, vehicles passing through the gate will be sprayed with sanitizers and disinfectants to prevent the spread of harmful bacteria and viruses.

As of 25 January 2022, the disinfection system is already in use at the Port of Benoni. -BCAcedera