MALOLOS, Philippines (The Adobo Chronicles, Malolos Bureau) – There is no doubt super typhoon Egay caused extensive damage and inconvenience in many parts of Luzon. But resilient Filipinos are always thankful for positive consequences brought about by natural calamities.

In Malolos, Bulacan province, the flooding caused by Egay has created tourism opportunities in this historic town. ( Malolos is the historical site of the constitutional convention of 1898 that led to the establishment of the First Philippine Republic.)

Kayaking has become its latest industry and Filipinos and tourists alike who could not make it to the famous Boracay resort island now have a viable and enjoyable alternative.

Local officials are seriously considering renaming the province Boracan.