As Tropical Storm Kiyapo continues to affect the province, the Provincial Government of Abra, through the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO), remains on heightened alert to protect the lives and welfare of every AbreΓ±o. Emergency response equipment and heavy machinery have been strategically prepositioned, while the Emergency Operations Center maintains 24/7 coordination and continuous monitoring of weather conditions, hazard-prone areas, and the Abra River to ensure timely response to any developing situation.
Supporting the provinceβs disaster preparedness and response efforts are personnel from the Philippine Coast Guard, led by CPO1 Arthur A. Alvaro, the Abra Provincial Police Office (APPO), the Philippine National Police β Highway Patrol Group (HPG), the Philippine Army, and the 1402nd Community Defense Center, 14th Regional Community Defense Group (14RCDG) Reserve Command. Their unified presence reflects the strong collaboration among national and local agencies in ensuring the safety and security of AbreΓ±os throughout the onslaught of the storm.
The Provincial Government of Abra urges everyone to remain vigilant, stay informed through official advisories, avoid unnecessary travel, and cooperate with local authorities whenever necessary.