• GILBERT P. BAYORAN
The Police Regional Office–Negros Island Region (PRO-NIR) has issued a set of security reminders to the public as part of its intensified peace and order measures for the Yuletide season, a period traditionally marked by increased travel, gatherings, and commercial activity.
PRO-NIR urged residents and visitors to remain vigilant and adopt basic safety practices to help ensure a safe and peaceful celebration of Christmas and the New Year. The public is advised to secure their homes and valuables, remain alert in crowded areas such as malls, markets, churches, and transport terminals, and strictly observe traffic laws, particularly the prohibition against drunk driving.
The police also reminded the public to comply with local ordinances on firecrackers and pyrotechnics, observe fire safety precautions at home, and closely supervise children to prevent accidents and injuries during the holiday season.
In line with these reminders, PRO-NIR said it has implemented heightened police visibility through intensified patrols, strategic checkpoints, and close coordination with local government units, barangay officials, and force multipliers across the Negros Island Region.
PBrig Gen. Arnold Thomas Ibay, PRO- NIR regional director, emphasized the importance of public cooperation during the holidays.
“As we celebrate the Yuletide season, we call on everyone to stay alert, responsible, and cooperative. Public safety is a shared responsibility, and with the active participation of our communities, we can ensure a peaceful, orderly, and joyful Christmas and New Year for all Negrenses,” Ibay said.
The PRO-NIR further encouraged the public to immediately report any suspicious persons or activities to the nearest police station or local hotlines.
The Police Regional Office also assured the public of its full commitment to safeguard lives and properties and to maintain peace and order throughout the Yuletide season.*
