Class Suspensions for Today Due to Inclement Weather
WALANG PASOK – Several local government units (LGUs) have announced class suspensions for Friday, September 13, 2024, due to the adverse weather conditions brought by the southwest monsoon, known locally as “habagat.” The state weather bureau, PAGASA, has issued warnings of heavy monsoon rains expected to affect several regions in the country, leading to potential flash floods and landslides.
In the province of Antique, classes at all levels, including both public and private institutions, have been suspended in the following municipalities: Anini-y, Barbaza, Belison, Bugasong, Caluya, Culasi, Hamtic, Libertad, Pandan, Patnongon, San Remigio, Sibalom, Sebaste, Tibiao, Tobias Fornier, and Valderrama.
In Occidental Mindoro, the following areas have declared class suspensions for all levels: Abra de Ilog, Calintaan, Looc, Magsaysay, Mamburao, Paluan, Rizal, San Jose, and Santa Cruz.
Other provinces and cities that have also suspended classes include Malapatan in Sarangani, Talisay in Negros Occidental, and Dipolog City in Zamboanga del Norte. Additionally, Linapacan in Palawan has canceled classes in all public schools.
PAGASA forecasts that the southwest monsoon will continue to bring heavy rains over Palawan, Occidental Mindoro, Western Visayas, the Negros Island Region, BARMM, Zamboanga Peninsula, and Soccksargen within the next 24 hours. The public is advised to stay alert for possible flash floods and landslides, especially in low-lying and mountainous areas.
The class suspensions aim to prioritize the safety of students and school staff as the country braces for the effects of the habagat. Stay tuned for further updates on weather conditions and additional announcements regarding class cancellations.
Meanwhile, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) is the national meteorological and hydrological agency of the Philippines. It operates under the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and is responsible for providing weather forecasts, tropical cyclone warnings, flood advisories, and other vital weather-related information.