Manila Bulletin
Ensure safe, peaceful observance of Holy Week, DILG tells cops, LGUs
The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has ordered the Philippine National Police (PNP), Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), and local government units (LGUs) to implement measures ensuring public safety during Holy Week.
The PNP and BFP have been placed on "red alert" status in compliance with the President's call to uphold public safety.
LGUs are reminded to ensure the safety of citizens participating in religious activities during this year's Holy Week, which began on April 13 and will end on April 20.
Local chief executives are directed to convene peace and order councils and develop contingency plans for the observance of Semana Santa.
Ensuring the availability of adequate, safe, and orderly public transportation and emergency medical services is a key directive.
Law and traffic enforcers, medical personnel, and other force multipliers will be deployed to critical areas like transportation terminals, churches, and crime-prone zones.
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