Over 31,974 PNP deployed for Undas safety

Over 31,974 policemen were deployed nationwide to ensure public safety as the country observes All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day or Undas this year.

Brigadier General Jean Fajardo of the Philippine National Police (PNP) said that police regional offices have been on heightened alert since October 28 with 'soft deployment' starting earlier, and additional personnel can be deployed at regional directors' discretion.

Central Luzon and Calabarzon regions have deployed nearly 10,500 personnel, while Caraga region has deployed 1,081 officers to ensure security at cemeteries, memorial parks, transportation hubs, and other high-traffic locations across their areas.

Police assistance desks were set up in bus terminals and other transport hubs to assist travelers. Authorities expect an influx of passengers starting Thursday due to Tropical Cyclone Leon affecting travel plans.

Fajardo also reminded the public to observe guidelines released by local government units for cemeteries, which include restrictions on vendors, firearms, alcoholic beverages, pets, loud sound systems, flammable materials, cigarettes, lighters, and tarpaulins of private or political groups.