Traslacion 2026 leaves four deadRescuers carry a Nazarene devotee who collapsed during the annual Traslacion in Manila on January 9, 2026. MANILA, Philippines — Four people died during the Traslacion of the Black Nazarene in Manila on Friday, including a photojournalist covering the event who collapsed due to possible fatigue, the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) said. Overall, the NCRPO’s initial assessment for Traslacion 2026 was “generally peaceful.”“It’s generally peaceful from Day 1,” NCRPO chief Maj. Gen. Anthony Aberin said. Medical assistanceAccording to the Department of Health (DOH), around 1,019 devotees were provided medical assistance during the Traslacion starting Friday. It was earlier reported that the andas underwent a structural upgrade and its movement was made possible using forklift and steel tires.

Source: Philippine Star January 10, 2026 16:34 UTC