PNP mobilizes resources for nationwide school security drill

The Philippine National Police said Friday it will deploy personnel and resources to assist the Department of Education in conducting a nationwide active-threat school drill on August 25. The commitment comes in response to growing concerns about campus safety following recent armed incidents at educational institutions. PNP officials pledged to mobilize officers and equipment to ensure the exercise effectively prepares schools and security personnel for potential threats. The drill is designed to test emergency response protocols and coordination between law enforcement and school administrators across the country. Educational institutions nationwide are expected to participate in the simulation, which will evaluate evacuation procedures, lockdown measures, and communication systems during an active-threat scenario.