A TEAM from the Special Operations Maritime Group patrols the waters off the Cultural Center Complex as part of security preparations for the IPU conference which starts Sunday. Photo by Dennis B. Mallari

http://www.manilatimes.net/

is this Special Operations Maritime Group a anvy unit or coast guard unit?

Here in our country, the title "Maritime Group" is synonymous to the PNP org.

I believe these guys are from the PNP.

The correct title is "PNP-Maritime Group".



BTW, ive been seing a lot of cars using the "PNP-MG" commemorative plates almost everywhere in the streets of Metro Manila.

This is the maritime security division of the Philippine Coast Guard when they were still attached to the PN. When the PCG was transferred to DOTC, this division went to the PNP and became the PNP Maritime Group.

Thanks, CDF.

Hey, guys, is it not appropriate that the PNP prioritize the enhancement of the capabilities of the PNP-MG in light of the looming terror threat?

The PNP can even train these guys for underwater operations just like the SWAG to demolish bombs or intercept terrorists going underwater.

We've got a lot of SAF troops, i believe the PNP can easily reassign some of them to augment the Maritime Group.

It is about time we enhance our maritime security.

The ASG anyway have already indicated that they have undergone SCUBA diving trainings and are now out to sink ships docked at ports.

I think the PNP is doing that long time ago. The Maritime Group is not new to the Police. They used to have the COSAC (Constabulary Offshore Anti Crime) Units in the PC-INP then. Members undergo SCUBA training as basic skill in addition to boat handling. I believe they also cross train with the SWAG and joint train with SAF.

What they need are equipments. See the rubber boat? There are many debris floating at Manila Bay, that's their problems with their Zodiacs, they get damaged. Have talked with one CO and he told me what they need are cabin cruisers types complete with pantries and CR so they could stay afloat longer at the bay.

Saw some TV Mags show about them, some were effective (those in the Cavite Area), some were ???? like in Navotas. Illegal fishing pa lang yun.

:agree:

Di naman sa sinisiraan ko ng imahe ang MG pero yan ang naiisip ng tao pag yan ang nababanggit na grupo.

Mas garapal pa rin naman ang CG sa lugar kung saan malakas ang fishing activities at may Fish ports.

Talamak ang corruptin sa probinsya sa pagkakaalam ko. Sa Masbate, Capiz, Ilo-ilo area.

Ewan ko lang ngayun. Palagay mo?

Sabit naman lagi ang CG District or office head dyan eh.

Kung matinu yan ay walang maglalakas ng loob sa tauhan nag maging tiwali.

I hope the higher echelons in the PNP will do something to scrape off this shameful mark on the Maritime Group and even the Coast Guard.

Sana yung younger breed ng PNP-MG at CG ay matitinu na.

Sana maraming PNPA products ang pumasok sa Maritime Group din.

That was the lament of the CO I talked to. He said the MG should be a specialized unit of good breed of PNP personel with special skills. But the practice now he said was personnel were being assigned (thrown) to his units without the basic required skill (SCUBA, etc). They have to re-train these men again. They also need men with knowledge in maintenance of their equipments.

Okay lang basta pwede ma-retrain.

At sana di mga "pinagtapunan" lang.

Pero you know what?

Malaking bagay ang may mga PNPA at PMA sa MG kasi mahahatak ng moralidad at kredebilidad at standards ang mga kasamahan nya.

Lalo na kung CO rin sya ng units or teams.

Dapat yan ang isipin ng PNP-MG para madevelop ang integridad and kredebilidad ng grupo.

As I said in one thread the ISPS Code is implemented since July 2004. With Sec Mendoza as head of DOTC in-charge with the PCG, I think they're doing their best. And with having difficulty in means of assets, they are coordinating with other gov't agencies like the AFP, PNP, DENR-BFAR especially when it comes to security measures.

That's good!

BTW, you said there are still some termites in Navotas area?

So what did Sec. Mendoza do to check such problem?

Well based on that TV mag show (one of the Tulfos, BITAG?) they have coordinated with the local gov't and showed the footages as well as COs of MG. and will act on it.

It was a joint sting operation with the MG, PCG and the TV show. In 1 part, the host was onboard a PCG chopper and chased the dynamite fishermen even firing warning shots (with .45s). They even landed on the beach but cannot chased the suspects by foot. In the other part, the MG Navotas unit showed off saying they will do an operation. Unknown to them, the Show's assets were in the field reporting some illegal dynamite fishing going on. It was reported to base and the CO dispatched a unit. Allegedly the unit called back informing base that the suspects left. The assets then informed them that no unit arrived. Asking were the units location were, the Host went to their location and asked what happened. They later found out that the Unit's boat was out of order and just reported by radio with no response being made.

This tells us that the MG and PCG top officers are doing something to rid the org of termites.

That's good to hear. :thumb:

BTW, Tulfo pala involved dyan. Gud Job! :thumb:

If only the PNP-MG and PCG have funds, this is one good asset for it's anti-terrorist and coastal security patrol.



Designed as a mother and child vessel the fast 7.0m Rigid Inflatable Boat can be launched and retrieved whilst the mother vessel is still moving. The RIB has a design speed of approx 45 Knots and a 150 Nautical Mile range. The 8 man RIB can deliver a crew to any location required in the most adverse of weather conditions.

Ideal for fishery protection or for river protection. Provision has been made to have one 50 calibre heavy machine gun on the foredeck. Two further general purpose machine guns each side aft can be fitted if required.

Specifications:
Vessel Type: Fast Patrol Craft
Model: Fast Patrol Craft
Year: 2005 Berths: 6
Length (LOA): 24m Waterline (LWL): 19.7m
Beam: 6m
Draft: 1.05m
Engine(s):
No. of Engines: 2
Fuel type: Diesel
Drive type: Shaft drive
Construction:

Speed:- Max speed 36 Knots
Range:- 600NM @ Light Load
Fuel Capacity:- 12500 Litres
Payload:- Max 6 Tonnes
Classification:-
These vessels will be designed and built to DNV classification standards.

Construction:- Manufactured from marine grade aluminium.
The hull will have four integral watertight compartments for additional safety.
Each bilge area will have removable access panels to allow for inspection.
Water Systems:-
Fresh water – 1000 Litre tank
Black water – 250 Litre tank
Grey water – 250 Litre tan
Water Maker – 2400 Litres/day reverse osmosis watermaker
Toilet/ Shower:-
3 x toilet/shower unit fitted.
Galley:-
1 x sink unit
1 x 4 ring stove with extractor fan
1 x 12V DC Fridge/freezer
1 x Microwave oven.

Hull Material: Aluminium
Hull type: Patrol Craft
Accommodation:

Cabins for 4 Crew and Two Officers.

Navigation Equipment:

Electronics:-
VHF DF
Radar – 40 mile range
Gyro Compass
2 x Magnetic Compasses
Echo Sounder
B&G Log
2 x GPS
Nav Plotter
SSB HF Radio
2 x VHF Radio
EPIRB
2 x Hand held VHF Radios
2 x 5 Million Candle Power searchlights
Instrumentation:-
Tachometer
Engine Oil Pressure
Turbo Boost pressure
Engine cooling water temperature
Gearbox Oil Pressure
Gearbox Oil temperature
Alternator Charging rate & voltage
Warning Lights:-
Water and Oil Temperature and pressure sensors

Safety Equipment:

Fire Control:- The engine room will be fitted with a CO2 gas flooding system
One hand held CO2 extinguisher will be fitted in wheelhouse
Four hand held fire extinguishers, dry powder type will be fitted to the wheelhouse, Galley, Crew Accommodation and Machinery room.
Four Foam fire extinguishers will be fitted in the machinery room, wheelhouse, galley and crew accommodation.
Fire blanket fitted to galley.
2 x Breathing Apparatus
2 x Fire Suits
Fire alarms and gas flooding audio and light warning will be fitted to main console and flybridge.
Safety:-
1 x 8 man liferaft
2 x lifebuoys
8 x lifejackets
1 x V first aid kit
8 x Safety Harnesses
1 x Aluminium Stretcher

Para na silang small version ng PN SWAGs and Cyclone. :specool:

Perfect! :thumb: :thumb:

What particular class is this ship?

How much?

Sorry no price indicated. Just got it from this site

http://commercial.apolloduck.co.uk/feature.phtml?id=21364

How about Sir Horge? Is it feasible to adapt and make such features for our own use?

Maritime cops get funding for purchase of patrol craft

By Pete Laude
The Philippine Star 04/03/2006

Malabon-Navotas Rep. Ricky Sandoval has pledged P1 million for the purchase of sea craft for Maritime cops in support for their anti-illegal fishing campaign, especially in Manila Bay.

"Manila Bay must be protected for it is an economy itself apart from it is a fishing ground for Malabon-Navotas fisher folk," Sandoval told National Capital Region-Maritime Police Office chief Superintendent Demosthenes "Bu" Felix during a recent courtesy call to the congressman.

Sandoval said dynamite fishing remains a problem in the Manila Bay as he cited in particular the coastal area of Barangay Sipac in Navotas, where blast fishing openly takes place.

Sandoval noted that despite formation of several groups of non-government organizations to help protect Manila Bay, such as Bantay Dagat and Bantay Kalikasan, illegal dynamite fishing continues to exist.

Sandoval lamented that small-time fishermen, who sometimes venture to the high seas to increase their catch without realizing that they are already in violation of a local ordinance, are often victims of some unscrupulous bantay dagat operatives.

Felix said that the NCR-MPO has at least two 15-year-old patrol craft, but they often conk out during operations due to old age.

"Apart from that, these sea craft cannot risk going to shallow waters for they would run aground. Thus, we cannot run after light motor boats used in dynamite fishing," Felix explained.

The NCR-MPO has around 130 personnel tasked to monitor the seas of Manila Bay from Cavite to Pampanga.

Due to its vast "area of responsibility," the maritime police is in need of at least five new patrol boats to effectively cover its area of responsibility.

Felix said that a brand-new, fiber glass patrol boat costs around P100,000 and the support committed by Sandoval would be enough to also improve the dilapidated quarters and offices of his intelligence unit.

http://www.philstar.com/philstar/NEWS200604036309.htm

I remember Speaker JDV has been encouraging congressmen to donate at least 2 million from their pork barrel especially those near coastal areas. That would be a great number of patrol boats that can be jointly used by the PNP MG, PCG and DENR.

I just remembered the PNP MG CO's lament in my posts in the first page of this thread when I saw this at an auction site



exactly what their unit needs. Complete with



pantry



and toilet

Hull is fiberglass/Kevlar. Powered by 2 Detroit diesels- 8V71, model 70823001 and 70827001. Racor fuel filters. Transmission: Allison Marine Gear- Turbomatic model M20. Propellers- 3 blade bronze, 326 in dia., 34 in. pitch. Top speed 22 kts. at 2300 rpms. Fuel capacity 400 gallons (2-200 gal. tanks). Fresh water approx. 30-gallon tank. Waste holding 13 gallon tank. Shore power/110 service with 50' cable. New Jasbco electric head, refrigerator, generator Westerbeke, air conditioner Cruise Air, battery charger. New electronics compass, marine VHF radio, depth sounder, Furuno Charter/Plotter. New Viking 6-man raft.

:armycry:

In their latest report they need about 48 speedboats. Hello Congressmen...

With the shortages on patrol boats, why not joint operate existing assets?

http://www.frmp.org/news2.htm

At least 2 PNP-MG cops per boat riding shotgun for law enforcement duties.

Similar arrangements made between the PCG and DA-BFAR MCS vessels.

Found something the PMG/PCG/DENR/AFP can use for those riverine operations



http://www.sealegs.com/about.asp

http://www.sealegs.com/images/0409pics/smComingOut.jpg
http://www.sealegs.com/images/0409pics/smTrailer.jpg

Check quicktime movie clips. :specool:

How joint operations could accomplish goals

Just have read this on the Maritime Ads March 2008 issue

The Maritime Group Philippine National Police is in need of Maritime Deck and Engineering Officers to be commissioned as Police Inspectors. Interested graduates may inquire at the Personnel Office of Maritime Group, Camp Crame, Quezon City. Tel No. 7221074.

It didn't says there if those applicants would be PRC Licensed Deck and Engine Officers.

Hahaha. the PCG must be drooling in a couple of months.

Police to acquire 6 patrol boats from US

THE United States will deliver in two months six of the 30 patrol boats it is donating to the National Police Maritime Group, and they’ll be used to guard Palawan’s coastline against smugglers and terrorists, an official said yesterday.

The rest of the patrol boats would be delivered in five years and they cost $2 million each or a total of $60 million, Maritime Group head Angelo Sunglao said.

He said a repair facility would be set up to maintain the boats, people would be trained to man them, and spare parts would be provided to keep them running.

“This project is at no cost to the Philippine government since it is in the form of aid. We are lucky since this program is a priority project of the US government,” Sunglao said.

The boats to be delivered were the same ones being used by the US Coast Guard, were fully armed and sailed at a speed of over 20 knots, he said.

“Most of the boats will be used to patrol the open seas in Mindanao, where smuggling and piracy are rampant,” Sunglao said.

Meanwhile, the commander of the US Pacific Fleet, the world’s largest, paid a courtesy call at the Armed Forces’ headquarters in Quezon City yesterday and also visited US Ambassador Kristie Kenney at the US Embassy in Manila.

Adm. Robert Willard has been in the country since Wednesday, and he is scheduled to leave today after a short visit to the Navy headquarters in Manila.

The US Pacific Fleet comprises 180 ships, 1,500 aircraft and a workforce of 160,000 men and women. Jaime Pilapil

http://www.manilastandardtoday.com/?page=news2_june20_2008

June 30, 2008 Journal

MARIG gets much-needed boost

By: Alfred P. Dalizon , Journal

THE Philippine National Police is fast-tracking efforts to fully modernize its 1,400-strong Maritime Group so it can better respond to disasters.

“Unknown to the public, PNP chief General (Avelino) Razon has been silently pushing for the full modernization of the Maritime Group way back, long before the M/V Princess of the Stars tragedy,” Chief Supt. Angelo H. Sunglao said.

Sunglao said 20 MARIG divers are involved in the search, rescue and retrieval operations in Romblon.

“Let me credit Gen. Razon for his full support to the Maritime Group. In fact, he really believed me when I told him that we should invest more in our maritime unit, the Philippines being an archipelagic country,” he said.

Sunglao said Razon made sure that MARIG has the capability to respond to disasters swiftly and more efficiently. Aside from its rescue, relief and retrieval operations, MARIG commandos are also on stand-by alert and ready to respond to any criminal and terrorist activities including piracy, smuggling and sea jacking.

“Matagal nang nakaligtaan ang Maritime Group pero nakita ni Gen. Razon ang kahalagahan ng aming unit. Sa totoo lang, napakaraming magagaling na tao sa Maritime Group pero kulang talaga ang aming capabilities,” he said.

Last week, 100 new MARIG recruits finished months of grueling training and were officially commissioned into the unit. Sunglao said Razon saw to it that they will have the additional quota to reinforce the unit’s manpower.

The MARIG is waiting for the arrival of six brandnew 18-meter long rigid inflatable boats donated by the United States to reinforce the unit’s rescue and relief operations.

“The inflatable boats are part of the multi-million dollar package offered by the American government to help reinforce the Maritime Group. They will also begin constructing a maritime police building in a 2,000-square meter land in Honda Bay in Palawan,” Sunglao said.

Plans are also under way to procure additional equipment including patrol boats, rescue vessels, complete diving gears and even underwater cameras for his unit.

Out of the 34 patrol boats procured by the MARIG in 1995, only seven can be considered fully operational or ‘‘ready at sea.’’ Ten are already ‘‘beyond economical repair‘’ while the rest are’ ‘not ready at sea.’’

Razon said they are harmonizing all development and modernization plans that will rationalize programs to improve the PNP in the next five years.

“We want to develop a strategic policy that will address all perceived dysfunctions in the human resource management in the PNP. At the same time, all our efforts to further improve the PNP through equipment upgrade, capacity building, and reforms in systems and procedures, must be synchronized to maximize utilization of resources,” Razon said.

Reforming police stations is on top of the PNP’s priority under its modernization and development plans. Other vital projects include the improvement of the Special Action Force and the Maritime Group, and Regional and Provincial Mobile Groups; modernization of National Support Units; and development of the Directorial Staff and other offices of special concerns.

(The PNP leadership is asking victims of criminality and rogue officers to send their complaints through the following: Isumbong Mo Kay Tsip through 0917-8475757, the Anti-Kotong Text 0927-5151515; PNP TXT 2920, DILG Patrol 117 or e-mail at tsip1@pnp.gov.ph or tsip@pnp.gov.ph).

So it,s not patrol vessels as earlier reported but

http://www.pnp.gov.ph/about/content/office...0GRP%20WEBSITE/
check out the photo there
http://www.pnp.gov.ph/about/content/office...0GRP%20WEBSITE/

SPECIAL BOAT UNIT (SBU)

The United States Department of State’s International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Division (DOS-ILEA) and the Department of Justice’s International Criminal Investigative Training Assistance Program (DOJ-ICITAP) five-year maritime law enforcement development program will provide a number of Rigid Inflatable Boats (RIBs) to be used by the Philippine National Police, Maritime Group Special Boat Unit (MG-SBU) to support the Government’s Maritime Security Strategy in all ports facilities and navigate waters of the country.

Mission Statement

To provide fast, highly mobile seaborne law enforcement response to secure the highly permeable navigable waters, ports, ferry terminals and coastal areas against all forms of criminal activities, including narcotics trafficking, local and international terrorist threats, commercial vessel piracy, illicit cargo, illegal fishing activities, poaching and human trafficking.”

Maritime Group Boosts Sea Disaster Probe Capability

The Maritime Group of the Philippine National Police will soon take active role in the investigation of sea disasters using scientific technique and modern equipment to avoid whitewash and pinpoint those responsible.

MG Director Chief Superintendent Angelo H Sunglao said there were completing specialized training programs with the help of the United States' Department of State and the Department of Justice's International Criminal Investigative Training Assistance Program. One of the major components of the program was the underwater forensic investigation.

Sunglao said the group's capability upgrade has been going on even before the sinking of M/V Princess of the Stars off the coast of Sibuyan, Romblon.

"This is part of holistic modernization program for the Maritime Group that I presented to the PNP leadership and which has the full backing of PNP Chief Director General Avelino I Razon."

The United States, Sunglao said, is committed to train MG's 16 regional maritime offices to handle underwater forensic investigation and to provide them with necessary equipment.

"The training is already ongoing and the equipment to be provided is really high tech and can help us retrieve and preserve vital evidence from underwater so they can be used in court or by any investigative body."

"In a way, MG aims to be the 'SOCO' (Scene of the Crime Office) when it comes to maritime incidents," Sungalo explained.

"Tapos na yung panahon na kapag sumisid ang isang diver, ang akala niya talaba ang hahanapin niya sa lumubog na barko at hindi ebidensiya."

He said in past investigations of sea disasters, authorities were hampered by the country's lack of technical expertise on underwater investigation.

"Hopefully, the method we are developing would help investigators determine the cause of a vessel's sinking and more importantly, pinpoint those responsible for the disaster," Sungalo said.

Aside from underwater investigation, Sunglao said the group is also ready to launch another elite unit, the Special Boat Unit (SBU), which would be at the forefront of the PNP's campaign against terrorism, illegal fishing, anti-smuggling (including human smuggling) in the high seas.

The SBU would consist of patrol vessels similar to those used by the United States Coast guard complete with heavy machie guns and automatic grenade launchers.

It would be manned by highly trained personnel whose first crew of 100 had just completed their training at the Calabarzon-Philippine National Training Institute in Camp Vicente Lim, Laguna.

The first SBU would be stationed in Palawan, while other stations are also being eyed in Tawi-tawi, Zamboanga and Davao.

Sunglao said the PNP expects the delivery of the first six rigid buoyant boats (inflatable) from the United States in September.

"As soon as we have the unit commissioned, we expect to prevent rampant cases of illegal fishing and poaching and further entry into the country of illicit and dangerous cargos such as drugs and weapons in our so-called 'Southern backdoor," Sunglao said.

This photo seems to have been photo-shopped

It's October. did we got those?

i agree. it looks photoshopped although it looks like thats how the real thing will look like coz the article says, they will install a grenade launcher and machinegun

PCG to deputize PNP Maritime Group to regulate small seacraft

See thread at the PCG Forum

http://pdff.sytes.net/index.php?showtopic=...&#entry10566578

PNP-MG will have its own commando unit! :thumb:

http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/breakingnews/...-own-elite-unit

The more the merrier. We can compete in the Guinees records as the country with the most number of elite units in the military and police.

MARIG commandos hunt Abus

By: Alfred P. Dalizon Journal, April 20, 2009

MAMANG PULIS -- THE Maritime Group of the Philippine National Police unveiled its elite Seaborne Scout, the equivalent of the elite Navy Special Warfare Group, and its commandos are now helping security forces track down the Abu Sayyaf in Sulu, MARIG director Senior Supt. Freddie O. Panen said yesterday.

“We have two platoons of Seaborne Scouts led by two newly-commissioned MARIG Inspectors acting as riverine patrol in Sulu. This is part of our support to the PNP’s crackdown against the Abu Sayyaf and other lawless elements in Sulu,” said Panen of his new elite unit who got training from their American counterparts.

He said that a MARIG maneuvering force composed of more than 200 commandos trained by US (Navy Sea, Air and Land) Seals is now also operating in Zamboanga City and some parts of the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao.

According to Panen, at least six 4.9-meter MARIG patrol boats donated by the US government will be arriving in the country by the end of the month. Apart from that, a modern MARIG Special Boat Unit equipped with a command and control room in Honda Bay in Palawan that can monitor the presence of vessels within a 50 nautical mile-radius is also nearing 100 percent completion.

“This is the first of its kind in the country and we hope we can further improve our capabilities to effectively fight illegal activities happening in our territorial waters,” he said.

The MARIG is also set to acquire 75 more rubber boats and 20 modern gunboats as part of its capability-upgrade program and efforts to quickly respond to any emergency situation on the high seas. There are also plans to procure more patrol boats, rescue vessels, diving gears and underwater cameras.

Panen said US Navy Seals-trained commandos trained and selected the first 40 members of the MARIG Seaborne Scout.

“We have chosen the best and the brightest among these new MARIG officers. This is in consonance with the PNP Integrated Transformation Program of our Chief, Gen. Jesus Verzosa,” the MARIG chief said.

The new commandos underwent a special boat handling and navigation course supervised by US-trained instructors.

“These officers and men were trained to be the equivalent of the elite Navy SWAG or commandos who are experts in counter-terrorism, deep-sea diving and search-and rescue operations on the high seas,” Panen said.

Na naman...

i think our police and military can compete for the Guiness World Record for the most number of elite, special commando units!

Wow! trained by the US Navy SEALs and counterpart to the PN SWAG!

now, there's really no reason not to totally eradicate the Abu sayyaf and other terrorrists.

I think this is more of like a private army to counter any kudetas. Take note pinatatamaan ang SWAG as may ilan na sumama sa mga Magdalo.

If it were up to me mas maganda pa i-beef up na lang ang professionalism ng mga SWAT and ordinary cops and pati na rin equipment nila and benefits.

The PC-INP (COSAC) used to have this capability. I don't know why it was removed in the first place. Have the the PNP totally equipped to tackle internal security so the AFP can focus on our external defense.

The PNP is set to carry on the task of COIN from the AFP, so the Seaborne Spec Ops is reasonable.

Then again, MEN ARENT ENOUGH. They need the WEAPONS and TRANSPORT as well modern intel/surveillance equipments.

The PNP MARITIME is more needed in BASILAN in
support of the PN,PCG and the RMG.
The PNP and AFP are to cooperate in maintaining
law and order in ARMM terrorist infested areas. :fire:

Bomb found near SuperFerry ticket office

by Trini L. Velasco, ABS-CBN Northern Mindanao | 05/25/2009 1:39 PM

AGUSAN DEL NORTE - Authorities defused an improvised bomb planted near a SuperFerry Lines ticketing office in Nasipit Port, Agusan del Norte on Sunday.

Authorities were alerted when a certain Mr. Mira of SuperFerry Lines reported the presence of a bomb near their office. Operatives from the 1302nd Maritime Police Precinct based in Nasipit Port immediately rushed to the scene, where they dismantled the bomb safely.

No one was reported hurt in the incident.

Police officials said the improvised explosive device (IED) was made with a half kilo of ammonium nitrate connected to an electrical detonating device and studded with nails for shrapnel.

Chief Superintendent Jaime Milla, Police Regional office 13 Director, said the IED was different from other bombs used by alleged terrorists in other parts of Mindanao. He added that police are conducting a thorough investigation to identify the perpetrators.

In response to recent bombing attempts, Milla said the Police Regional Office 13 has developed customized security plans for various "places of convergence" in the Caraga region to ensure safety.

He also reminded the public to be aware of their surroundings especially in crowded places like bus terminals, ports, supermarkets, and department stores.

https://abs-cbnnews.com/nation/regions/05/2...y-ticket-office

Filipino priests bless newly acquired rubber boats and other vehicles as part of the Philippine National Police disaster preparedness and anti-crime campaign at police headquarters in suburban Quezon City, north of Manila, Philippines on Wednesday Oct. 21, 2009. Authorities distributed canned goods and rescue boats and kept helicopters on standby as Typhoon Lupit slowed to a crawl along a course that forecasters said might hit the northern Philippines by Friday or veer toward Taiwan.
(AP Photo/Aaron Favila)



(AP Photo/Aaron Favila)



Filipino policemen get out of a newly acquired rubber boat during blessing rites of new police vehicles and equipment to beef up its disaster preparedness and anti-crime campaign at police headquarters in suburban Quezon City, north of Manila, Philippines on Wednesday Oct. 21, 2009. Authorities distributed canned goods and rescue boats and kept helicopters on standby as Typhoon Lupit slowed to a crawl along a course that forecasters said might hit the northern Philippines by Friday or veer toward Taiwan. (AP Photo/Aaron Favila)