The City of Mandaue is moving to curb prank and malicious emergency calls through a proposed ordinance that would impose a P5,000 fine on individuals who make false emergency reports.
Proposed ordinance targets fake emergency calls
Councilor Jennifer Del Mar said the measure aims to protect emergency responders and ensure that police, firefighters, and rescue teams remain available for genuine emergencies.
“Every prank or fake emergency call wastes the time and resources of our responders and could delay assistance to someone who truly needs help. That is why we are proposing a P5,000 fine with no warning for violators,” Del Mar said.
Investigation and coordination
Under the proposed ordinance, authorities will investigate false reports and coordinate with agencies such as the Mandaue City Command Center, Philippine National Police, Bureau of Fire Protection, and National Telecommunications Commission to identify and penalize violators.
