Pangasinan placed on blue alert for Typhoon Rolly

Pangasinan province has been placed under "blue alert" status in preparation for the anticipated arrival of Typhoon Rolly.

The Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (PDRRMC) is preparing for a worst-case scenario, expecting Rolly to strengthen into a super typhoon.

Governor Amado Espino III urged residents not to be complacent and to undertake pre-emptive evacuation as needed.

Emergency units and rescue teams from agencies including the PNP, BFP, Army, and PCG are on standby.

The Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office (PSWDO) has a stockpile of relief goods, including rice, sardines, noodles, and family packs.

Local government units have confirmed the establishment of separate evacuation centers distinct from COVID-19 isolation facilities.

A "red alert" status may be declared depending on the typhoon's forecasted track, with monitoring focused on the western towns.