Cebu City Urges Parental Help Against School Threat Hoaxes

CEBU CITY — Officials here urged parents, teachers, and residents to help identify those behind a series of bomb and shooting hoaxes that disrupted classes on Wednesday morning. At least seven public schools in the city’s mountain barangays, including Adlaon Integrated School, Taptap Integrated School, and Sibugay Integrated School, were targeted, said Councilor Dave Tumulak. Tumulak stated that these hoaxes instilled fear among students and disrupted school operations. He emphasized that these false threats highlight the need for vigilance and cooperation from the entire community to ensure the safety and well-being of students. Authorities warned that spreading hoaxes is a criminal offense, and those involved could face legal consequences. They also encouraged residents to report any suspicious activities or information to the authorities to maintain school safety. Such hoaxes have been a recurring issue in other parts of the Philippines, underscoring the broader challenge of enhancing school security protocols and promoting information literacy. Source: Inquirer NewsInfo