In anticipation of Super Typhoon “Uwan,” the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has deployed additional teams and assets to boost the disaster response capabilities of the Northern Luzon Command (NOLCOM).
Lt. Gen. Aristotle Gonzales, NOLCOM Commander, said the augmentation demonstrates the AFP’s readiness to protect lives and property through joint efforts of the Army, Navy, and Air Force.
Search and rescue teams, engineering and medical units, and mobility assets such as trucks and watercraft are on standby for deployment in coordination with the Office of Civil Defense and disaster councils.
“Our forces are fully committed to deliver immediate assistance and ensure the safety of our people,” Gonzales said, adding that the augmentation is part of proactive efforts to minimize typhoon impacts.
NOLCOM’s Emergency Monitoring and Action Cell and Battle Staff Alpha remain activated to oversee response operations, while liaison officers are ensuring coordination with local disaster centers.
