AFP on red alert as Super Typhoon Pepito nears Central Luzon

The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has placed three of its units on "red alert" to prepare for response operations as Super Typhoon Pepito approaches Central Luzon.

AFP spokesperson Col. Francel Margareth Padilla confirmed that units in the typhoon's projected path are on high alert, with search and rescue teams deployed.

Personnel, including reservists and civilian auxiliaries, have been prepositioned and are ready for immediate deployment.

The AFP has made available 3,312 land assets, 120 sea assets, and 40 air assets for assistance.

The National Response Cluster of the AFP has been activated to ensure seamless coordination with other government agencies involved in relief and rehabilitation efforts.

The AFP is actively coordinating with agencies such as the DSWD, DOH, PNP, DICT, DepEd, and DPWH for the delivery of relief goods and other assistance.