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13/08/2026

What is nitroglycerin?
Nitroglycerin, also known as glyceryl trinitrate (GTN), is a medication used for heart failure, high blood pressure, a**l fissures, painful periods, and to treat and prevent chest pain caused by decreased blood flow to the heart (angina) or due to the recreational use of co***ne. This includes chest pain from a heart attack. It is taken by mouth, under the tongue, applied to the skin, or by injection into a vein.

Common side effects include headache and low blood pressure.

Nitroglycerin was written about as early as 1846 and came into medical use in 1878. It is on the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines. The drug nitroglycerin (GTN) is a dilute form of the same chemical used as the explosive, nitroglycerin. Dilution makes it non-explosive.

12/08/2026

LOOK: In line with the PNP Focused Agenda on Enhanced-Managing Police Operations, under the leadership of PBGEN ROGELIO Z RAYMUNDO, JR, Director, PNP-EOD/K9 Group, and under the supervision of PLTCOL VERGEL DV UNTALAN, Officer-in-Charge, RECU 3, personnel of the Clark EIRT, led by PCPT RHODORA C DOMINGO, Team Leader, successfully neutralized fi****ms and explosive ordnance recovered at the FEDEX Construction Site, Clark Airport, on August 11, 2026.

Acting strictly on an intelligence report, the responding team immediately proceeded to the location to conduct an operation regarding unexploded ordnance in the area.

Following a site assessment, the team executed a Render Safe Procedure (RSP) to safely recover and neutralize all discovered items, which were then properly documented and transported to an EOD facility for secure storage and final disposition.

This successful recovery underscores our strengthened operational readiness. It reflects our commitment to community safety by ensuring that hazardous materials are managed with professional precision and unwavering dedication.

12/08/2026

LOOK: In line with the PNP Focused Agenda on Enhanced Managing Police Operations, under the leadership of PBGEN ROGELIO Z RAYMUNDO, JR, Director, PNP-EOD/K9 Group, and under the supervision of PMAJ JUDE G NICOLASORA, Officer-in-Charge of RECU 8, personnel from the Ormoc City EOD and Canine Unit (CECU) received a turned-over military ordnance.

An explosive item was voluntarily surrendered by a local resident of Barangay Dolores, Ormoc City, to the CIDG Northern Leyte Provincial Field Unit in Barangay Camp Downes, Ormoc City. Unit personnel then coordinated with the Ormoc CECU Office to formally transfer custody of the item.

Following the turnover, an EOD technician conducted a thorough assessment and Render Safe Procedure (RSP) in strict accordance with standard safety protocols. The ordnance was then properly segregated and secured, pending final disposal.

This successful turnover highlights our strengthened operational readiness and demonstrates our unwavering commitment to community safety by ensuring hazardous materials are managed with professional precision.

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12/08/2026

LOOK: In line with the PNP Focused Agenda on Community Support, under the leadership of PBGEN ROGELIO Z RAYMUNDO, JR., Director of the PNP-EOD/K9 Group, and under the supervision of PMAJ JERRY PONS L PANAGUE, OIC, RECU 12, personnel of Cotabato PECU, conducted a lecture on Project Awareness of Bombs that Kill Lives and Destroy Properties (A.B.K.D.) at the Municipal Convention Hall, Brgy. Poblacion, Makilala, North Cotabato.

The activity was attended by thirty-two (32) school heads and Barangay Captains from various barangays of the Municipality of Makilala. The lecture focused on enhancing the participants' awareness and preparedness concerning bomb threats and related incidents, including bomb awareness, familiarization with military ordnance, and proper first-responder procedures.

The activity was conducted to equip community leaders and school authorities with essential knowledge and appropriate response measures that may help prevent loss of lives, minimize damage to properties, and promote public safety. Through the conduct of Project A.B.K.D., the participants were encouraged to remain vigilant and immediately coordinate with the proper authorities in the event of suspicious items or possible explosive-related incidents.

12/08/2026

LOOK: In line with the PNP Focused Agenda on Morale and Welfare, under the leadership of PBGEN ROGELIO Z RAYMUNDO, JR, Director, PNP-EOD/K9 Group, personnel of Ilocos Sur PECU, RECU 1, led by PSMS Denver Nelmida, Team Leader, ISPECU, participated in the Squad Weekly Interactive Meeting (SWIM) held at the ISPECU 2nd District EIRT Office, San Isidro, Candon City, Ilocos Sur.

The activity was facilitated by Pastor Ricardo Cabanela, BOCS Advocate and Life Coach, and provided an avenue for personnel to engage in meaningful discussions, reflection, and fellowship. The SWIM aimed to promote open communication, strengthen camaraderie, and provide guidance and support among personnel as part of the Enhanced Revitalized PNP Internal Cleansing Strategy.

The activity concluded successfully and reinforced the importance of unity, personal accountability, positive values, and continuous self-improvement among PNP personnel in the pursuit of a more disciplined, professional, and values-oriented organization.

12/08/2026

STRENGTHENING AIRPORT SECURITY THROUGH PANELING OPERATIONS

In line with the PNP Focused Agenda on Enhanced-Managing Police Operations, under the leadership of PBGEN ROGELIO Z RAYMUNDO, JR., Director of the PNP-EOD/K9 Group, personnel of the El Nido Lio Airport EIRT, RECU MIMAROPA, led by PCMS Albert Dennis F Magbanua, Team Leader, EIRT Airport together with PMSg Karl Marx Lorenzo G Fernandez, K9 Handler, with EDD “COSMO,” and PSSg Nico Jay C Garing, EOD Technician, and personnel of the El Nido Airport Police Station, conducted Paneling Operations at the Arrival and Departure Areas of El Nido Lio Airport, Brgy. Libertad, El Nido, Palawan.

The operation was conducted as a proactive security measure to ensure the safety and security of passengers, airport personnel, and other airport users, as well as to deter and prevent any possible acts of unlawful interference that may threaten civil aviation security.

12/08/2026

LOOK: In line with the PNP Focused Agenda on Enhanced-Managing Police Operations, under the leadership of PBGEN ROGELIO Z RAYMUNDO, JR., Director of the PNP-EOD/K9 Group, personnel of the Provincial Explosive Ordnance Disposal and Canine Unit (PECU) Marinduque, RECU MIMAROPA, led by PCMS Boyet F Privado, Team Leader, together with Pat Jade J Monarez, K9 Handler, conducted a visitation and inspection of Mariquina Junkshop owned by Mr. John Mathew Mariquina, located at Brgy. Tabi, Boac, Marinduque.

The activity was conducted as part of the unit's proactive security and monitoring efforts to ensure compliance with applicable safety and security measures concerning junkshop operations. The personnel conducted the necessary inspection and assessment of the premises to help identify and prevent any potential security risks involving explosive-related materials.

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