BFP R5 Batuan Fire Station

07 AUGUST 2026 | FIRE SAFETY INSPECTIONS USING BWC (BODY-WORN CAMERA) 🚒🔥

Under the leadership of FCSUPT JUNITO F MASLANG, DSC, Regional Director, BFP Region V, and under the direct supervision of FCINSP FRANCIS B CASTILLO, Acting Provincial Fire Marshal of Masbate, and headed by SFO1 Daniel N Marcaida III, Officer-in-Charge, BFP Batuan Fire Station remains steadfast in its commitment to serving, protecting, and ensuring a fire-safe community. 👨‍🚒🔥

The Bureau of Fire Protection – Batuan Fire Station continuously upholds public safety through the conduct of regular Fire Safety Inspections at Brgy.Cañares, Batuan, Masbate.
These inspection activities are carried out in accordance with the provisions of the Fire Code of the Philippines and existing fire safety policies and operational standards to ensure the safety of the public, business establishments, and the community.
Through the use of Body-Worn Cameras (BWC), the BFP promotes transparency, accountability, and lawful enforcement during the conduct of fire safety inspections. This proactive initiative strengthens fire prevention efforts, encourages compliance with fire safety regulations, minimizes fire risks, and helps protect lives and properties.

𝗜𝗻 𝗰𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘀, you may contact our hotline numbers:

📲 SMART: 09120640894
☎️ TELEPHONE: 056-533-4961

BFP, PNP apprehend Fire Officer in an Illegal Recruitment Entrapment

The Bureau of Fire Protection, in a joint effort with the Philippine National Police (PNP), apprehended a BFP personnel allegedly involved in the illegal recruitment scam during an entrapment operation on Wednesday, August 5, in Dagupan City, Pangasinan.

The 36-year old suspect, holding the position of Fire Officer 3 (FO3), is currently assigned at one of the the fire stations in Region 1.

The operation stemmed when the 25-year old victim reported to PNP Dagupan City. The suspect allegedly demanded an amount of ₱150,000.00 in exchange for securing employment in the BFP. Acting quickly, the BFP Region 1 headed by Regional Director FCSUPT Antonio N Razal Jr, and Police Station 1, set up the entrapment operation.

During the operation, the victim handed the marked money inside a vehicle. The suspect noticed the approaching police and sped away and was eventually cornered. Investigators are still trying to locate the marked money, which may have been discarded during the pursuit.

The suspect is currently in PNP custody and faces inquest proceedings. He was previously suspended in a separate administrative case for a similar offense. In the past incident, he returned the money which prevented a formal entrapment at that time.

In a statement, BFP Officer-in-Charge FCSUPT Wilberto Rico Neil A Kwan Tiu said that the BFP remains committed to a strict and fair hiring process. “We do not tolerate corruption in our ranks. We are closely working with the police to ensure anyone exploiting applicants will face the law. We will hold our personnel accountable for their actions.” FCSUPT Kwan Tiu said.

The BFP, through the “OPLAN SANTINDIG,” conducts an anti-extortion campaign on recruitment, promotions and transfers to ensure integrity within its ranks. Applicants are reminded that payment is not required to gain entry in the BFP, and application is strictly based on merit and fitness. The public is encouraged to report any recruitment irregularities.

06 𝐀𝐔𝐆𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 II Conducts Basic Knot Tying Refresher for Emergency Response Preparedness

Under the leadership of 𝐅𝐂𝐒𝐔𝐏𝐓 𝐉𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐎 𝐅. 𝐌𝐀𝐒𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐆, 𝐃𝐒𝐂, Regional Director, BFP Region V, and the direct supervision of FCINSP FRANCIS B. CASTILLO, Acting Provincial Fire Marshal of Masbate, the personnel of BFP Batuan Fire Station, headed by SFO1 Daniel N. Marcaida III, Municipal Fire Marshal/Officer-in-Charge, conducted a Refresher Training on Basic Knot Tying to enhance and maintain their proficiency in the proper application of knots used in firefighting, rescue, and emergency response operations.

The activity aimed to strengthen the personnel's skills, readiness, and operational capability in performing safe and effective rescue techniques during emergency situations.

𝗜𝗻 𝗰𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘀, you may contact our hotline numbers:
📲 SMART: 0912-064-0894
☎️ TELEPHONE: (056) 533-4961

06 AUGUST 2026 - 👨‍🚒FIRE SAFETY TIPS🚒

𝗜𝗻 𝗰𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘀, you may contact our hotline numbers:
📲 SMART: 09120640894
☎️ TELEPHONE: 056-533-4961

𝟎𝟓 𝐀𝐔𝐆𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 II 𝙁𝙄𝙍𝙀𝙏𝙍𝙐𝘾𝙆 𝘼𝙉𝘿 𝙀𝙌𝙐𝙄𝙋𝙈𝙀𝙉𝙏 𝘿𝘼𝙔

Under the leadership of 𝐅𝐂𝐒𝐔𝐏𝐓 𝐉𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐎 𝐅 𝐌𝐀𝐒𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐆, 𝐃𝐒𝐂, Regional Director BFP Region 5, and direct supervision of FCINSP FRANCIS B CASTILLO Acting Provincial Fire Marshal of Masbate, headed by SFO1 Daniel N Marcaida III Municipal Fire Marshal, Officer-in-Charge, conducted a Firetruck and Equipment Day.

Operational excellence begins inside the station. Today's deep cleaning, equipment maintenance, inspection, and inventory activities reflect our unwavering commitment to maintaining a high level of preparedness for any emergency, anytime.

𝗜𝗻 𝗰𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘀, you may contact our hotline numbers:

📲 SMART: 09120640894
☎️ TELEPHONE: 056-533-4961

05 AUGUST 2026 - 👨‍🚒FIRE SAFETY TIPS🚒

𝗜𝗻 𝗰𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘀, you may contact our hotline numbers:
📲 SMART: 09120640894
☎️ TELEPHONE: 056-533-4961