Over 29,000 outbound passengers fill ports ahead of Holy Week –PCG

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) on Sunday monitored 29,680 outbound passengers from ports across the country ahead of Holy Week.

In a Facebook post, the PCG said 29,358 inbound passengers were also recorded.

To ensure the safety of trips, at least 2,193 personnel have been deployed in 15 PCG Districts to inspect 213 vessels and 505 motorbancas.

The PCG had placed districts, stations, and sub-stations on heightened alert from April 8 to 18 to manage the influx of port passengers during the Holy Week.

It noted that the heightened alert would also cover the length of the summer vacation period, until May 31, in anticipation of local tourists who will travel by sea for recreational purposes.

“The riding public is encouraged to coordinate with the PCG through its official Facebook page or the Coast Guard Public Affairs (0927-560-7729) for inquiries, concerns, and clarifications regarding sea travel protocols and regulations during Holy Week and summer vacation this year,” PCG said. — DVM, GMA News