(INQUIRER file photo / NINO JESUS ORBETA)

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) is on alert for the possible effects of Typhoon Francisco (international name: Mekkhala) as it approaches the country.

“Police units on the ground observe disaster response protocol, and coordination with local authorities is included for a unified and quick action for the safety of the people,” PNP chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. said in a statement on Monday.

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