PRO3 BUYS NEW EQUIPMENT TO BOOST DISASTER RESPONSE

BY KEVIN GALANG

CAMP OLIVAS, City of San Fernando, Pampanga — The Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3) bought new equipment to bolster its disaster response capabilities.

The newly-procured items consisting of 440 life vests and 440 ABS hard hats were financed through PRO3’s contingency fund amounting to P404,000.

The essential equipment were distributed to the police provincial offices in Bataan, Bulacan, and Pampanga, provinces frequently impacted by typhoons.

The distribution was held during the Monday flag-raising ceremony at the PR03 headquarters.

“This is just the first tranche of our disaster equipment procurement. More will follow, as it is crucial to continually upgrade our gear to enhance our disaster response capabilities,” said PRO3 director Brig. Gen. Jose Hidalgo Jr..

“By investing in modern and reliable equipment, the PRO3 ensures that its personnel are better prepared to respond to natural disasters, safeguarding the lives and properties of our communities,” he added.

The public is urged to report any need for assistance or to report crimes through PRO3’s hotlines 0917-6235700 and 09175562597 or social media channels via the Facebook page PoliceRegionalOffice3.

Hidalgo said this will ensure timely and effective responses from the authorities, further enhancing the safety and security of the community.