Knowing Who Is Ready to Respond
OZAMIZ CITY- Personnel accounting is a practical part of maintaining an organized police force during heightened security operations. It allows units to establish the status and availability of their members, helping commanders maintain an updated view of their personnel. For PRO10, the accounting activity forms part of its broader readiness measures during the Undas period, when cemeteries, transport areas, roads, and other public places may require police attention. This process is particularly relevant to communities such as Ozamiz, where residents and visitors observe the holiday through cemetery visits and family gatherings.
Northern Mindanao's Coordinated Security Preparation
PRO10's regional preparations for Undas 2026 include a planned deployment of 7,206 police personnel, other agency personnel, and force multipliers across Northern Mindanao from October 31 to November 2, according to an October 25 report by PSBalita. The reported contingent includes 4,044 PNP personnel, 1,059 personnel from other units, and 2,103 force multipliers. These personnel are intended to support security and public assistance in cemeteries, memorial parks, columbaria, places of worship, major roads, transport terminals, and other public areas. The figures describe the regional preparation and should not be mistaken for the number of officers assigned specifically to Ozamiz City.
Accountability Behind Public Service
Full alert operations require more than visible police presence; they also depend on coordination, clear assignments, and personnel who know their responsibilities. Nationwide, the PNP announced that all its units would be under full alert from October 30 until November 3, 2026, as part of preparations for All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day. The national operation includes security assistance at cemeteries, transportation hubs, major roads, and other locations expected to receive visitors. Through personnel accounting and coordinated deployment, police units work to maintain operational readiness while the public carries out its holiday activities.
