The MVP Group of Companies, including PLDT Inc. and Manila Electric Co., are preparing for the onslaught of Typhoon Rolly.
Manuel Pangilinan said in a tweet the network operations centers for telco, power and tollways would be operational and manned 24 hours and that the group mobilized its foundations to do relief and medical work in the wake of Typhoon Rolly.
"Our restoration teams from PLDT-Smart and Meralco are also on alert," Pangilinan said.
Meralco spokesperson and head of corporate communications Joe Zaldarriaga said measures were in place to mitigate the impact of the typhoon. Its personnel are also now on standby to immediately respond to possible power outages.
PLDT-Smart first vice president and group head of corporate ccommunications Cathy Yang said the telcos prepositioned their personnel, network equipment and resources to ensure the resilience of their services.
PLDT-Smart also assured customers of quick restoration of communication in areas that will be impacted by the typhoon.
Smart Communications launched the Smart Store on Wheels to provide free calls, free Wi-Fi connection and free charging to areas that are on the path of the typhoon. They will be deployed in Aurora, Bataan, Bicol, Bulacan, Pampanga, Tarlac and Zambales.
The MVP Group also urge the public to prepare, remain vigilant and stay informed on updates about Typhoon Rolly.
It reminded everyone to keep all channels of communication open and ready by ensuring mobile phones, laptops, radios and other gadgets are fully charged.
