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Philippine National Police to Enforce Price Freeze and Ensure Peace and Order in Davao Oriental After Twin Earthquakes

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The Philippine National Police (PNP) has committed to helping the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and local government units (LGUs) enforce a 60-day price freeze on basic goods in Davao Oriental following the devastating twin earthquakes that struck the province last week. PNP acting chief Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. assured that police presence and coordination will be essential in maintaining peace and order in affected areas. The police will also coordinate with the DTI to ensure that retailers comply with the price freeze directive, which aims to prevent looting incidents and ensure that those severely affected by the quakes receive assistance.

Key Takeaways:

  • The PNP will help the DTI and LGUs enforce a 60-day price freeze on basic goods in Davao Oriental to ensure prices remain stable and affordable for consumers during the recovery period.
  • The price freeze will be in effect from Oct. 13 to Dec. 12, covering basic necessities such as food, water, and medicine.
  • The PNP has deployed sufficient personnel and assets to support relief and rehabilitation operations in coordination with local disaster response units.
  • The police will conduct regular earthquake drills to ensure that both personnel and the public know proper response procedures during and after a quake.
  • A comprehensive audit of PNP assets showed that 74,360 Search and Rescue (SAR) tools and materials have been distributed across the country as of Oct. 1.
  • The PNP has procured 383 personnel carriers, 400 light motorcycles, and other critical equipment to enhance its disaster response capabilities.

Statistics:

  • 60-day price freeze on basic goods in Davao Oriental to ensure prices remain stable and affordable for consumers during the recovery period (Oct. 13 to Dec. 12).
  • 74,360 Search and Rescue (SAR) tools and materials distributed across the country as of Oct. 1.
  • 383 personnel carriers procured by the PNP Directorate for Logistics.
  • 400 light motorcycles and 32 heavy motorcycles acquired by the PNP for disaster response operations.
  • 225 light transport vehicles and 322 unmanned aerial vehicles (rotary blade/propelled wing) procured by the PNP.
  • 403 automated night vision monoculars, 4,989 enhanced combat helmets, and 3,711 all-purpose vests acquired by the PNP.

Sources:

  • Philippine National Police (PNP) acting chief Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr.
  • Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)
  • National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) Chairman, Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr.
  • Philippine News agency, Oct. 15, 2025.

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