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Drowning claims 15 during Holy Week
The Philippine National Police (PNP) recorded 18 drowning incidents nationwide between April 13 and April 18, 2025, resulting in 15 deaths.
The most affected regions were Central Luzon with three adult deaths, Calabarzon with two minor and two adult deaths, and Bicol with two minor and one adult deaths.
The PNP deployed over 68,000 personnel nationwide under Ligtas SUMVAC 2025 to safeguard travelers and pilgrims.
PNP chief Gen. Rommel Marbil urged resort operators and local government units to prioritize visitor safety and advised the public to take precautions.
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Drowning incidents topped the list of 53 recorded Holy Week incidents, with 31 cases, a 28% decrease from last year's 43 cases.
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The Philippine National Police (PNP) reported 64 drowning incidents during Holy Week 2025, a 49% increase from the 43 cases in 2024.
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Police Brig. Gen. Jean S. Fajardo reported a peaceful observance of Holy Week across Central Luzon.
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The Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (PDRRMC) of Aurora reported 17 incidents and multiple injuries during Holy Week, primarily due to a surge in tourists for Summer Vacation (SUMVAC) 2025.
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