BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — The observance of All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day, collectively known as Undas 2026, in Baguio City concluded with a generally peaceful and orderly situation, with no untoward incidents reported throughout the intensified security operations conducted from October 31 to November 2, 2026.
The Baguio City Police Office (BCPO) recorded a total of 65,533 cemetery goers who visited the city’s eight cemeteries during the observance, marking a 50.12% increase from the 43,651 recorded in 2025.
To ensure public safety and maintain peace and order, a total of 1,589 personnel from the BCPO, National Support Units, and volunteer groups were deployed across cemeteries, columbaria, memorial parks, transport terminals, tourist spots and other strategic areas in the city. Drone monitoring was likewise utilized to enhance situational awareness and facilitate crowd monitoring,
highlighting the BCPO’s commitment to the City Director’s third focus program on Technology-Driven Innovation through the integration of technology into public safety operations.
BCPO also recorded 568 prohibited items voluntarily deposited at designated security inspection areas during Undas 2026, compared to 313 in 2025, representing 81.47% increase. Additionally, two BOGA devices were confiscated inside cemeteries on October 31, 2026, while no confiscation of similar items was recorded in 2025.
These measures formed part of the strict implementation of security protocols to prevent prohibited items from entering cemetery premises and other designated areas, thereby helping ensure public safety throughout the observance.
“The generally peaceful and orderly observance of Undas 2026 in Baguio City reflects the dedication, professionalism, and collective efforts of our police personnel, partner agencies, volunteer groups, and the cooperation of the public. I extend my sincere appreciation to everyone who contributed to the successful implementation of our security operations. This accomplishment reinforces our shared commitment to ensuring public safety and providing responsive police service to the community,” said City Director PCol. Nixon Laoyan.
