PLDT and Smart on high alert for Severe Tropical Storm ‘Paolo’

[Oct. 3, 2025] PLDT and its wireless unit Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) are closely tracking Severe Tropical Storm “Paolo” (International name: Matmo) as it approaches Northern and Central Luzon, particularly Northern Aurora and Southern Isabela.

Our network operations teams continue to monitor and maintain critical facilities to ensure connectivity remains resilient. Resources and personnel are in place to support uninterrupted services and community needs throughout the storm.

PLDT, Smart strengthen post-quake support in Cebu with connectivity, relief aid

[Oct. 2, 2025] PLDT Inc., Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart), PLDT Home, and PLDT Enterprise are reinforcing support for communities affected by the magnitude 6.9 earthquake in Northern Cebu with vital connectivity and humanitarian aid.

Smart has activated 5G-powered WiFi at the Cebu Capitol’s Relief Operations Command Center to boost coordination among responders. The group also set up Libreng Tawag, Libreng Charging, and Libreng WiFi services at the following sites:

In a disaster-prone nation like the Philippines, local government units are stepping up their emergency response capabilities through innovative communication tools. At the heart of this shift is the PLDT-Smart Ligtas Kit.

PLDT and Smart have rolled out a series of Business Continuity Awareness Programs in critical facilities, ensuring both business and the workforce stay safe, and operations keep running smoothly during unexpected situations.

In celebration of World First Aid Day in September, PLDT and Smart boost workplace safety with the adoption of blended learning for first responders among its workforce.

PLDT and wireless subsidiary Smart recently turned over a Ligtas Kit to Baguio City's Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office to boost the city's disaster response.