Siem Reap Provincial Police Mobilize Forces for Disaster Response, Prioritizing Citizen Safety

Siem Reap Provincial Police have mobilized and trained specialized units to swiftly respond to various disasters and emergencies, prioritizing the protection of local residents. This initiative is under the direct command of the Provincial Police Commissioner, Major General Huot Sothea. During a meeting on the morning of September 4, 2026, Major General Sothea instructed all forces to maintain constant vigilance and readiness. The units are required to have adequate personnel, vehicles, materials, and rescue equipment to ensure timely and effective intervention in any emergency situation. The objective is to safeguard the safety, lives, and property of the residents, as well as to evacuate them to secure locations in cases of floods, tornadoes, fires, or other disasters. Furthermore, the forces are urged to pay close attention to information gathering and rapid reporting of situations. This ensures that all interventions and rescue operations can be conducted in a timely manner, thereby minimizing potential risks to the public. Major General Sothea also reiterated the importance of maintaining a high sense of responsibility, discipline, and solidarity among all personnel, emphasizing their readiness to diligently perform their duties of protecting and serving the people, especially when facing disasters and emergencies of all kinds.