Marcos puts agencies on high alert for Typhoon Marce

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has put all government agencies on high alert in preparation for Typhoon Marce, directing them to preposition rescue equipment and monitor bodies of water that might cause flooding.

Marcos emphasized the importance of an efficient communication system to ensure timely delivery of warnings and information to citizens, stressing that early warnings are crucial for public safety.

The President instructed authorities to follow existing protocols regarding dams if there is a risk of flooding or dam overflows, reminding them to monitor water levels in rivers, lakes, shores, and other waterways round-the-clock.

Rescue units at all government levels were directed to prepare their equipment and vehicles, while relief goods are being prepositioned in safe warehouses for quick access.

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Service Administration continues to monitor Typhoon Marce's progress, issuing timely warnings including a storm surge warning for low-lying coastal areas in Northern Luzon.