Red Cross on alert 24/7 for Holy Week

GMA News Wednesday 20th April, 2011

The Philippne Red Cross (PRC) has been placed on 24/7 alert to provide first aid assistance and ambulance service on major roads for the Holy Week. PRC units will put up tents, help and welfare desks, and first-aid stations along major highways and gasoline stations. "All PRC chapters are enjoined to be on standby 24/7 on Holy Week to provide first aid and medical assistance to possible road accidents that may occur," PRC Chairman and defeated presidential candidate Richard Gordon said in a news release posted on the PRC website. The PRC Safety Services Department will gear up for immediate response when there are road accidents. Beach resorts and major tourist spots will also be the focus of Safety Services as they put up Beach Patrol and First Aid Stations. The PRC also pa...

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