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Balikatan casualty evacuation drill held in waters off north Luzon
The Armed Forces of the Philippines conducted a maritime drill off the coast of Luna, La Union, on April 28, 2025, as part of the Balikatan Exercises, focusing on casualty evacuation (Casevac) at sea.
The drill aimed to enhance the Philippine Navy's emergency response capabilities and personnel's proficiency in maritime operations.
Two Philippine Navy personnel simulated injured patients and were airlifted to a military treatment facility in San Fernando City, La Union, via a Navy helicopter.
Commander Johanns Cruzada of the BRP Ramon Alcaraz stated that the exercise is a great avenue for personnel to enhance their skills and build confidence.
The casualty evacuation drill occurred amidst the presence of four Chinese vessels spotted in the waters off Northern Luzon.
This incident followed a previous observation of three Chinese warships tailing Philippine and US warships during a Maritime Multilateral Exercise west of Palauig, Zambales.
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