PNP launches 'Ligtas SUMVAC 2018'

The Philippine National Police (PNP) recently launched "Ligtas SUMVAC 2018", a 90-day security plan which covers the week of Semana Santa until the second week of June.

According to the PNP, Ligtas SUMVAC 2018 will entail a rigorous mandatory security checks at airports, seaports, and bus terminals to bar criminals or terrorists who might take advantage of the holidays.

Oplan BantayLakbay Police Assistance Centers will also be activated along national highways with the Highway Patrol Group leading the road safety operations in coordination with territorial units.

PNP Chief, Director General Ronald "Bato" Dela Rosa said that Ligtas SUMVAC 2018 will be in effect until closing of the school year in March through April, onwards thru the fiesta and Flores de Mayo season in May, and will extend until the opening of classes in June.

PNP will also field more security personnel and establish assistance desks in seaports and in all domestic and international airports nationwide.

Meanwhile, the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) will roll-out Lakbay Alalay to provide a nationwide supervision of all activities of BFP operating units during summer vacation.

"We will be visible on highways, in resorts and places of assembly like churches, religious sites, and malls, even in terminals. We will inspect those areas for fire safety and distribute information and education campaign materials such as leaflets,"says BFP Spokesperson F/Supt Joanne Vallejo.

She says the BFP will be working with the PNP in carrying out the goals of Oplan SUMVAC 2018.