PNP orders all units to be ready for Tropical Storm ”Ramon”

November 13, 2019

The Philippine National Police (PNP) has directed all local and maritime  units to be prepared for Tropical Storm “Ramon.”

“Remember the Philippine National Police is always a part of the disaster organization in different localities so it’s not only the Maritime (Group). We are alerting all our police forces to help the local government unit,” said Police Lieutenant General Archie Francisco Gamboa, PNP officer-in-charge, in an interview with reporters at Camp Crame.

In an earlier statement, PNP spokesperson Police Brigadier General Bernard Banac said police were ordered to be alert, especially in areas where ''Ramon'' is expected.

“And ready to provide assistance to the LGU ( local government units), DRRMCs ( disaster risk reduction and management council), and people anytime when needed,” Banac said.

“We assure the public that the PNP is always prepared to respond to any emergency, disaster or calamity to ensure safety and security of our people,” he added.

According to state weather forecasters, light to moderate with occasional heavy rains may be experienced over eastern portion Cagayan and Isabela, Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, and Catanduanes. Light to moderate with intermittent heavy rains over Apayao, Aurora, Quezon, and the rest of Cagayan, Isabela, and Bicol Region as Tropical Storm ''Ramon'' slightly slows down.  Ella Dionisio/DMS