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Caraga deploys 6,400 security personnel for Undas 2026 observance
Police and security forces across the Caraga region will mobilize thousands of personnel during the All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day holidays to maintain public order and safety. The deployment represents a significant security effort during one of the Philippines' busiest travel and cemetery visitation periods.
LSN Philippines ·
SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — Regional authorities in Caraga have announced plans to deploy at least 6,400 security personnel across the region during the Undas 2026 holiday period, according to a Police Regional Office 13 (PRO-13) director.
The security contingent will comprise police officers, armed forces personnel, and trained civilian volunteers positioned throughout the Caraga region, which encompasses six provinces in Mindanao. The mobilization aims to address public safety concerns during the two-day observance of All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day, traditionally marked by heavy traffic, crowded cemeteries, and increased commercial activity.
The deployment strategy reflects ongoing efforts by regional law enforcement to manage large-scale public gatherings and maintain order during peak holiday periods. Security operations typically focus on key thoroughfares, cemetery grounds, and commercial areas where crowds congregate.
Regional police have emphasized coordination among multiple agencies to streamline traffic management, crime prevention, and emergency response capabilities. The scale of the deployment underscores the logistical demands of securing provincial areas during major national observances.