TYPHOON PREPAREDNESS. Philippine Coast Guard District-Bicol personnel are on standby for deployment on Wednesday (July 8, 2026) as the region braces for Super Typhoon Inday. At least 640 personnel, along with land and floating assets, are ready for disaster response. (Photo courtesy of PCG-5)
The Philippine Coast Guard District (PCG)-Bicol is now on heightened alert as part of its preparations for the possible effects of Super Typhoon Inday (international name: Bavi), with hundreds of personnel and response assets on standby across the region.
PCG Bicol Commander Commodore Ivan Roldan said 640 personnel have been deployed and are ready to respond to weather-related emergencies, supported by 10 land assets and 14 floating assets for search and rescue and humanitarian assistance operations.
“All Coast Guard stations and substations in the Bicol Region have been placed on heightened alert to ensure immediate response to any incidents that may arise due to the approaching weather disturbance,” he said.
Roldan added that the agency continues to coordinate closely with local government units and partner agencies to ensure the safety of coastal communities and sea travelers.
Meanwhile, the Coast Guard Station Catanduanes suspended sea travel in several municipalities after parts of the province were placed under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1.
In its Sea Travel Advisory No. 0726-001 issued at 5 a.m. Wednesday, the Coast Guard said the suspension covers all vessels and watercraft, regardless of type and tonnage, operating in the municipalities of Pandan, Caramoran, Bagamanoc, Panganiban, Viga, Gigmoto, Baras, and San Miguel, except those taking shelter in designated safe areas.
Roldan urged the public to remain vigilant, monitor official weather bulletins from PAGASA and advisories from local authorities, and prioritize safety at all times. (PNA)
