Caloocan City frontliners on high alert for Holy Week
From the Facebook page of Mayor Along Malapitan
MANILA, Philippines–Frontline units in Caloocan City have been placed on heightened alert as the nation prepares for the upcoming Holy Week observance.
“Holy Week is approaching, so I am directing our operatives and other frontliners to be alert during this time to ensure the safety of our citizens, especially the devotees at terminals, churches, and on the streets,” Mayor Dale Gonzalo “Along” Malapitan said Saturday.
Malapitan emphasized the importance of maintaining peace and order and providing assistance to the public, particularly in areas expecting a significant influx of people during this religious period.
The units include the Caloocan City Police Station, Bureau of Fire Protection, City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office, and Public Safety and Traffic Management Department.
Malapitan also called upon barangay officials to ensure the safety of their respective areas during Holy Week. This as he urged the general public to cooperate with city authorities to prevent any untoward incidents.
“I appeal to our barangay officials to keep the areas under your jurisdiction safe, especially since many of our fellow citizens will be on vacation and away from their homes,” he said.
Malapitan expressed his aspiration for Caloocan City to achieve a zero-crime rate during Holy Week. He called on the citizens, especially the youth, to collaborate with authorities to ensure a safe and solemn observance of the religious holiday.
“We aim for a zero-crime rate in Caloocan during Holy Week. So, to the Youth of Caloocan, let us continue to collaborate with the authorities to make our reflections during this time safe and solemn,” he said.
This article was generated with the aid of artificial intelligence and reviewed by an editor.
