Oct 182014
In anticipation of Filipinos flocking to cemeteries on Undas (All Saints’ and All Souls’ Days), the Philippine National Police has announced it will be on full alert on those days.
“The entire PNP will be placed on full alert to provide maximum coverage and public safety services,” the PNP Police Community Relations Group said on Twitter.
When the PNP is on full alert, leaves of absence are canceled and all police personnel are required to report for duty.
The PNP will also establish police assistance desks at cemeteries but advised commuters to travel early to avoid heavy traffic.
It also said it will work against “threat groups” and prevent them from disrupting the peaceful observance of the occasion.
“The PNP will also coordinate with barangay officials in ensuring security,” it said. — Joel Locsin/JDS, GMA News
