Philippine National Police (PNP) Deputy Chief for Administration Lt Gen. Wilson Lopez placed all of its units on full alert to ensure public safety during the observance of All Saints Day and All Souls Day or Undas.

Full alert was implemented starting Friday until November 3.

The PNP has mobilized more than 141,000 personnel and force multipliers nationwide for security, traffic management, and public assistance operations.

The deployment covers 73,034 PNP personnel, 16,560 personnel from other government units, and 51,578 force multipliers.

Police operations will cover 5,311 cemeteries and columbaria as well as major thoroughfares, transportation hubs, places of worship, tourist destinations, and other strategic areas nationwide.

National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) chief Brig. Gen. Christopher Abrahano said more than 25,000 police personnel were deployed to ensure peace, order, and public safety across Metro Manila.

“Our people can go home and visit their departed loved ones with peace of mind. The NCRPO is 101 percent ready, and our personnel will be where the public needs us most,” he said.

As crowds expected to swell ahead of All Saints’ Day on November 1 and All Souls’ Day on November 2, PNP Chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez, Jr. reminded cemetery-goers to guard their belongings and remain alert in crowded areas where thieves may exploit distractions.

“Stay vigilant, keep your valuables secure, avoid displaying large amounts of cash or expensive jewelry, and never leave your belongings unattended," he said.

"Criminals take advantage of distraction and crowded places, so remain alert, look after your loved ones, and immediately report suspicious activities to the nearest police personnel,” he added. Robina Asido/PHS