Military declares ‘red alert’ amid threats from Reds

Updated 03:51pm (Mla time) Oct 26, 2004
INQ7.net

THE MILITARY raised a “red alert” on Tuesday in anticipation of heightened attacks from communist rebels.

The red alert, the highest in a three-step warning system, was implemented effective 8 a.m., Lieutenant Colonel Daniel Lucero, military spokesman said.

“The AFP has declared a red alert, following communist leader Jose Ma. Sison's pronouncement encouraging widespread dissent after declaring that the GRP (Government of the Republic of the Philippines) has shut the door to peace negotiations,” Lucero said.