Baguio gets 3 solar-powered tourist first-aid booths

BAGUIO CITY — The Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority (TIEZA) has turned over three solar-powered Tourist First Aid Booths to the Baguio City government, marking the launch of a project aimed at improving emergency response.

In a statement on Saturday, July 11, the Baguio City Public Information Office said the three booths, each valued at P4.7 million, were installed by TIEZA at Burnham Park, Botanical Garden, and Bayan Park.

The facilities are intended to provide immediate first aid and emergency assistance to tourists and residents while enhancing public safety and strengthening Baguio City’s commitment to becoming a safer and more resilient tourism destination.

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The turnover ceremony was held on Thursday, July 9, and was led by TIEZA Chief Operating Officer Mark Lapid and Mayor Benjamin Magalong. Also present were City Environment and Parks Management Office head Atty. Rhenan Diwas and representatives of partner agencies.

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The booths are equipped with first aid kits, automated external defibrillators, pullout stretchers, and closed-circuit television cameras.

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According to TIEZA, the first aid booths are also linked to the Baguio City Command Center, allowing emergency responders to receive incident reports in real time and coordinate with medical personnel, rescue teams, police, and other concerned agencies for faster response.

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Lapid said Baguio was selected as the first recipient because of its strong partnership with TIEZA and the city government’s commitment to improving tourist safety.

He said the three facilities are the first Tourist First Aid Booths established under TIEZA’s initiative and will serve as a model for similar installations in other tourism destinations.

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Magalong said the booths are designed to respond to medical emergencies, including hypertension, stroke, fainting, and other sudden illnesses.

He added that the city’s integrated emergency response system allows authorities to dispatch police personnel in an average of seven minutes, while medical responders can reach tourist areas within 12 to 15 minutes.

Magalong said the city also plans to request additional Tourist First Aid Booths for other major parks and tourist destinations, including Sunshine Park and Wright Park.

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The project is a joint initiative of TIEZA, the Baguio City government, the Department of Tourism, and the Department of Health to strengthen emergency preparedness and improve safety for both visitors and residents. /mcm