DUMAGUETE CITY, Negros Oriental — More than 1,500 uniformed personnel and civilian volunteers are set to be deployed across Negros Oriental to help maintain peace and order during Undas 2026. The security operation aims to protect residents and visitors as families gather in cemeteries, churches, transport terminals, and other public places to remember their departed loved ones. A total of 1,534 personnel and volunteers are scheduled for deployment from October 30 to November 3. The preparations highlight the importance of coordinated public safety efforts as Dumaguete City and communities throughout the province prepare for the expected increase in travelers and cemetery visitors.
Negros Oriental Prepares More Than 1,500 Personnel for Undas
The planned deployment includes 994 personnel from the Philippine National Police, 134 personnel from the Bureau of Fire Protection and Philippine Coast Guard, and 406 force multipliers, including civilian volunteers, barangay tanods, and local officials. Police units will be placed on full alert as authorities prepare for increased travel and larger crowds ahead of All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day. The Philippine Army, Land Transportation Office, and other law enforcement agencies will also support security operations across the province.
Assistance Desks and Security Measures in Dumaguete and Beyond
Public assistance desks will be established in key locations across Negros Oriental, including cemeteries, churches, airports, seaports, shopping malls, bus terminals, beaches, resorts, and other tourist destinations. These desks will provide accessible points for assistance and help address public concerns during the holiday period. Additional security measures include checkpoints, bomb-sniffing dog deployments, and a Reactionary Standby Support Force ready to reinforce police stations when needed. These preparations aim to strengthen security visibility and improve emergency response in areas expected to receive large crowds.
Public Cooperation for a Safe and Peaceful Undas
Residents and visitors in Dumaguete City and nearby communities can help maintain an orderly observance by following safety guidelines, complying with restrictions on firearms and bladed weapons in designated areas, and observing cemetery regulations, including restrictions on loud music. Visitors are also encouraged to keep their belongings secure, remain aware of their surroundings, and cooperate with security personnel. Through coordinated preparations and public participation, Negros Oriental aims to help families commemorate their loved ones with greater peace of mind.
