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The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Monday said it is ramping up its preparedness and response measures in anticipation of the rainy season and possible typhoons that may affect the country.
In a statement, PNP chief Police General Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. said all police regional offices and units nationwide are now on heightened readiness.
He stressed that disaster response is a fundamental part of police service alongside its mandate on peace and order.
“Handa po ang PNP sa anumang hamon ng panahon. Ang bawat pulis ay hindi lamang tagapagpanatili ng seguridad kundi katuwang sa pagprotekta ng buhay ng ating mga kababayan, lalo na sa oras ng sakuna. We stand as one organization – kumikilos nang mabilis, tapat, at nararamdaman ng mamamayan,” Nartatez said.
(The PNP is ready for any weather disturbance. Each police officer does not just protect security, but also protects the lives of our countrymen, especially in times of disaster. We stand as one organization – that acts fast and is felt by the people.)
In preparation for severe weather disturbances, the PNP has activated Disaster Incident Management Task Groups in vulnerable areas and placed police units nationwide on full disaster response status.
Command posts have been readied, coordination with local disaster management offices has been strengthened, and communication lines are being continuously monitored to ensure a timely and organized response.
The PNP has also reinforced early warning and public alert measures, heightened police visibility, and prepared for preemptive evacuations in high-risk communities.
Search and rescue assets such as rubber boats, flotation devices, medical kits, and communication equipment are on standby for immediate deployment.
During weather-related emergencies, police units will assist in evacuations, conduct search and rescue operations, provide humanitarian assistance, and reinforce heavily affected areas as needed.
“Sa bawat unos, nariyan ang PNP. Kasama ang mamamayan, handa kaming tumugon at tumulong sa anumang pangangailangan,” Nartatez said.
(The PNP is there in every story. Together with our people, we are ready to respond and help in any way.) — JMA, GMA News