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.

Advisory 2: PLDT and Smart step up efforts amid ‘Opong’

(Sept. 26, 2025, 12 noon) PLDT and its wireless unit Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) continue to be on heightened alert and are closely monitoring Severe Tropical Storm “Opong” (international name: Bualoi) as it moves across the Philippine landmass, bringing heavy rains and strong winds over affected regions.

To help strengthen resilience in Datu Odin Sinsuat, PLDT and Smart have equipped the municipal disaster risk reduction and management office with vital emergency communication tools and training.

In support of the Philippine government’s efforts to bolster the country’s disaster preparedness and response capabilities, PLDT Inc., Smart Communications, and Huawei Technologies Philippines recently turned over an initial batch of PLDT-Smart Ligtas Kits to the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT).

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.

PLDT, Smart aid continues in ‘Emong’-hit areas

July 28, 2025—PLDT and Smart have set up additional Libreng Tawag and Libreng Charging stations in Cavite, Baguio, La Union, Pangasinan and Tarlac to assist communities affected by Typhoon “Emong” and the southwest monsoon (habagat). These services aim to help residents reconnect with loved ones and access essential information as recovery efforts continue.

Advisory: PLDT and Smart ready for ‘Crising’

July 17, 2025—PLDT and Smart Communications, Inc. are closely monitoring Tropical Cyclone “Crising” and its potential impact on communities, especially as it is expected to enhance the southwest monsoon.

PLDT and Smart supported the 2nd Quarter Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill led by the Office of Civil Defense and National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council.

PLDT and Smart sustain relief efforts to assist communities in Northern Luzon devastated by recent typhoons. In collaboration with PLDT-Smart Foundation, the Group is expanding its offer of additional Libreng Tawag, Libreng Charge, Libreng Wi-Fi stations and emergency load assistance.