PRO NIR deploys 1,000 for summer safety

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BACOLOD CIITY – The Police Regional Office Negros Island Region has activated a comprehensive Ligtas Summer Vacation, or SUMVAC, 2026 deployment from March 29 to May 31, 2026, mobilizing more than 1,000 personnel across the region to help ensure a safe and secure environment for residents and visitors during the peak vacation season.

The deployment will be augmented by personnel from the Bureau of Fire Protection, Armed Forces of the Philippines, Philippine Coast Guard, Airport Police and other uniformed services, alongside active participation from community advocacy groups.

PRO NIR personnel will be strategically stationed in high-priority areas, including places of worship, major thoroughfares, transportation hubs and terminals, commercial centers such as malls and public markets, and other public convergence points, including beaches, resorts and key tourist destinations across Negros Island.

The multi-agency approach is meant to provide constant police visibility, rapid response capability and proactive law enforcement during periods of heightened public activity, according to the regional police office.

Brigadier General Arnold Thomas C. Ibay, PRO-NIR director, emphasized, “Ensuring the safety and security of our communities and visitors is our foremost priority. Through the Ligtas SUMVAC 2026 deployment, PRO NIR is steadfast in its commitment to maintaining peace and order, protecting lives and properties, and enabling everyone to enjoy a secure, orderly, and memorable summer across Negros Island.”

The Ligtas SUMVAC 2026 deployment will not only prioritize crime prevention and the maintenance of public order but also ensure immediate assistance in emergencies, effective crowd management and heightened public awareness on safety protocols.

Through the initiative, PRO NIR said it is reaffirming its commitment to upholding the rule of law, protecting lives and properties, and fostering a culture of safety and resilience across Negros Island.

Residents and visitors can be assured that the Police Regional Office remains vigilant, prepared and fully capable of responding to any situation, the office said, with the goal of ensuring a secure, orderly and enjoyable summer season for all.