LUCENA CITY, Quezon – All military forces in Bicol and Southern Tagalog regions have been placed on red alert status. “Red alert” means that all available units and equipment are ready for battle and instant deployment if needed. Peres said they have not received reports on the presence of Maute group members or any IS-related organizations in Southern Luzon. “But the AFP and PNP are doing target-hardening to prevent and suppress any terrorist plan in our area,” he said. Inquiries may be addressed to Inquirer’s Corporate Affairs office through Connie Kalagayan at 897-4426, ckalagayan@inquirer.com.ph and Bianca Kasilag-Macahilig at 897-8808 local 352, bkasilag@inquirer.com.ph.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer May 26, 2017 00:33 UTC