Filipinos in Israel warned to stay cautious on public transportation
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Embassy in Israel advised Filipinos to remain alert and cautious when using public transportation such as buses and trains.
The embassy, in an advisory issued Friday, February 28, also instructed Filipinos to head to safer areas at the first sign of danger.
For those traveling shorter distances, the use of bicycles, electric scooters or walking through populated routes was recommended.
Filipinos were also reminded to avoid approaching Israeli security forces stationed in sensitive areas and to strictly follow the instructions of Israeli security authorities and the Home Front Command.
In case of emergencies, the advisory provided key contact numbers:
- Magen David Adom (Emergency Medical Services): 101
- Police: 100
- Home Front Command: 104
- Israel Electric Corp: 103
- Municipality Call Center: 106/107/108
Additionally, the Philippine Embassy’s emergency hotline (+972-54-466-1188) was made available for immediate assistance.
This advisory comes reports of heightened threats and incidents in public spaces have prompted embassies to issue similar alerts for their citizens.
"The Embassy values your safety and well-being. Let us all remain vigilant," the advisory read.
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