Pasig LGU cleans, repairs cemeteries ahead of Undas; advisory released
To ensure the safety of visitors during the expected influx for Undas, the local government of Pasig conducted cleaning and repair activities in the city’s cemeteries.
Pasig City personnel clean and repair cemeteries ahead of Undas 2025. (Photos from Pasig PIO)
On October 28, members of the city's Incident Management Team convened for a final coordination meeting in preparation for Undas 2025.
As part of the preparations, the city conducted Oplan Kaayusan at Santolan Cemetery on P. Lupo Street in Barangay Dela Paz and Pasig City Cemetery (Barracks) in Barangay Caniogan ahead of the expected visitors from Friday to Sunday, Oct. 31 to Nov. 2.
Activities included cleaning the drains, removing scattered trash, and repainting the raised planting paths.
Pasig City personnel clean and repair cemeteries ahead of Undas 2025. (Photos from Pasig PIO)
Mayor Vico Sotto also said the city carried out waterproofing at areas with leaks along the fence of Santolan Cemetery, repairs of damaged plant boxes and alleys at Pasig City Cemetery (Barracks), and cleaning and repainting of the exterior of the Catholic Cemetery. He added that tree trimming at Caruncho had already been completed last week.
The local government said that meetings had also been held in September and early October with the offices that will be deployed during Undas, including representatives from various cemeteries, memorial parks, and columbaria in the city.
Meanwhile, to facilitate Undas 2025, the local government said that a temporary one-way scheme will be implemented along C. Raymundo Avenue (northbound from E. Angeles Street to Mercedes Avenue) starting at 2 p.m. on Oct. 31 until Nov. 1.
Motorists are advised to take alternate routes on Stella Maris Street and Dr. Sixto Antonio Avenue.
Undas advisory
The local government said that from Oct. 31 to Nov. 2, cemeteries, memorial parks, and columbaria in the city will have designated operating hours.
It also reminded the public to remain disciplined and to follow the rules on cleanliness and safety while honoring the memory of the deceased.
It said alcoholic beverages, firearms, any kind of knives or sharp objects, gambling, and noise-making equipment are prohibited in cemeteries, memorial parks, and columbaria.
Individuals showing flu-like symptoms are advised to avoid visiting these sites and stay at home to prevent the spread of illness. If visiting is unavoidable, they are urged to wear a face mask to protect themselves and others.
Visitors are also encouraged to bring protection from heat and rain, as well as sufficient food and drinks if staying for extended periods.
To ensure the safety and peace of visitors, each cemetery, memorial park, and columbarium will have a first aid tent and a PNP police desk located near the entrance.