PNP SAF 5SAB 52nd Special Action Company

31/08/2026

31/08/2026

PNP MOBILIZES OVER 2,200 PERSONNEL AS HABAGAT RESPONSE CONTINUES

The Philippine National Police (PNP) has scaled up its deployment to 2,207 personnel alongside 12,459 Reactionary Standby Support Force (RSSF) personnel to sustain emergency response and public safety operations across regions hit by the enhanced Southwest Monsoon (Habagat).

As of 6:00 AM on August 30, 2026, police personnel have been stationed across 948 occupied evacuation centers, which are currently providing shelter to 31,800 families comprising 138,325 individual evacuees.

Deployment includes 741 personnel at evacuation centers, 30 in vacated areas, 3,180 at vital installations, 769 for search, rescue, and response, and 473 for monitoring and road clearing. Additionally, 295 Women and Children Protection Desk personnel are stationed at evacuation facilities to protect vulnerable groups.

To assist stranded commuters, the PNP Libreng Sakay initiative has deployed 353 personnel alongside 141 mobile patrol cars and 12 MAN trucks. PNP units are utilizing 153 vehicles, including three LGU-loaned rubber boats. Relief efforts have delivered 14,222 goods and forms of assistance, benefiting 34,510 individuals.

Infrastructure monitoring reports 242 impassable roads, 10 impassable bridges, eight cancelled vessel trips, 11 landslides, and 14 stranded passengers. Structural damage includes 185 total structures and two police stations, with zero damage to PNP headquarters, mobile cars, or communication lines.

Across 841 affected barangays, power and communication lines remain fully operational. Zero looting incidents and zero gender-based violence or human trafficking cases have been recorded.

Chief PNP Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. emphasized prioritizing safety and strategic deployment.

“Ang priority natin ngayon ay safety. We want our personnel to be where they are most needed—sa evacuation centers, on the roads, and in communities that need immediate assistance. We will continue coordinating with local authorities and our partner agencies so that help can reach our people,” PGen Nartatez said.

He also urged public vigilance: “We are asking everyone to remain vigilant and to follow the advice of local authorities.. Sa ating mga kababayan, huwag po tayong mag-atubiling humingi ng tulong kung kinakailangan.”

This response aligns with the PNP Focused Agenda under Enhanced Managing Police Operations (EMPO) and supports the national government's disaster response under President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. PNP units remain coordinated with LGUs and disaster teams, upholding the commitment “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)

31/08/2026

PNP MESSAGE ON NATIONAL HEROES DAY 2026

On National Heroes Day, the Philippine National Police joins the nation in honoring the men and women whose sacrifices helped secure the freedoms and opportunities that Filipinos enjoy today.

Their stories remind us that love of country is demonstrated not only in moments of great sacrifice, but also in everyday acts of responsibility, courage, and service to others.

As public servants, we in the PNP draw inspiration from their example as we continue our mission of keeping communities safe, maintaining peace and order, and earning the trust and confidence of the people.

As we remember our heroes, may we also reflect on how each of us can contribute to nation-building in our own way.

Sa paggunita sa kanilang kabayanihan, nawa'y magsilbi itong paalala na ang pagmamahal sa bayan ay naipapakita sa tapat at makabuluhang paglilingkod sa kapwa.

Mabuhay ang ating mga Bayani. Mabuhay ang sambayanang Pilipino.

PGEN JOSE MELENCIO C. NARTATEZ, JR.
Chief, Philippine National Police

26/08/2026

HEIGHTENED VIGILANCE AGAINST RETALIATORY/SPILLOVER THREATS

26/08/2026

Heightened vigilance remains in effect as the PNP intensifies intelligence monitoring and security operations to prevent possible retaliatory spillover threats. The public is advised to stay alert, remain vigilant, and immediately report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station. Through collective awareness and cooperation, we can ensure the continued safety, security, and peace of our communities.

26/08/2026

The Philippine National Police intensifies intelligence monitoring and security measures to prevent any possible retaliatory or spillover threats.
The public is encouraged to remain calm, stay vigilant, and immediately report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station.

26/08/2026

On August 25, 2026, personnel from 65SAC, under the supervision of PCPT PCPT CHRISTOPHER JOHN R QUIBAL, Officer-In-Charge, 65SAC conducted Mobile Patrol ang Police Visibility at Escalante City, Negros Occidental.

This program underscores our commitment to peak readiness, ensuring the containment of external risks to preserve community peace.

26/08/2026