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Pagadian schools tighten security measures following online threat
Schools in Pagadian City are implementing permanent security enhancements after authorities received reports of an online threat. The Department of Education division has ordered the measures to safeguard students and staff.
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PAGADIAN CITY, Zamboanga del Sur – Educational institutions across Pagadian City are strengthening security protocols following an alleged online threat against local schools, authorities said Thursday.
Dr. Danny Cordova, superintendent of the Department of Education Pagadian City Schools Division, confirmed receiving a report Wednesday evening regarding the threat posted online. The incident prompted immediate action from division officials to enhance campus security measures.
The DepEd division has ordered permanent security improvements across all schools under its jurisdiction to prevent potential incidents. The measures aim to ensure the safety of students, teachers, and school personnel amid concerns over online threats targeting educational facilities.
Authorities have not disclosed additional details about the nature of the threat or whether an investigation has been initiated. The move reflects growing concerns nationwide about the security of educational institutions in the face of online threats.