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To ease the working conditions of uniformed personnel amid the rising heat index across the country, Department of the Interior and Local Government Secretary Benhur Abalos on Friday said police, fire and jail officers can wear light uniforms in the performance of their duties.

Department of Interior and Local Government Secretary Benhur Abalos answers questions from reporters shortly after his first hearing at a Regional Trial Court in Lingayen, Pangasinan on February 23, 2024.

“The tri-bureau’s line of work already poses a lot of risks, now that it is coupled with the hazards of extreme heat temperature, we also need to protect our PNP, BFP and BJMP,” Abalos said.“The welfare of our uniformed personnel comes first, especially as they perform their sworn duty,” Abalos said.

The Department of Health likewise advised the public to take precautionary measures against the dangers of heat-related illnesses. Among the police officers on field work are members of the Highway Patrol Group, special weapons and tactics teams and those from territorial units on beat patrol.Flex your summer! 4 must-do activities to make this sunny season your best yetFor only P399: Elevate your skincare routine with your favorite serum brands at Watsons' Online Sale on April 26

State weather bureau PAGASA warned that the heat index in 44 areas across the country is expected to soar to dangerous levels...

 

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