Malacañang on Sunday announced the suspension of government work across nine regions on Monday, and classes in 12 regions on Monday and Tuesday, in anticipation of Super Typhoon Uwan’s (Fung-wong) fury.
The order came as the country braces for the mammoth storm, which already triggered the highest wind signals on Sunday.
Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin signed Memorandum Circular No. 106 dated November 9, ordering all local government units (LGUs) in the following regions to temporarily close public offices and schools in the following regions:
- Metro Manila
- Cordillera Administrative Region
- Ilocos Region
- Cagayan Valley
- Central Luzon
- Calabarzon
- Mimaropa
- Bicol
- Eastern Visayas
The Palace also extended class suspensions in the following regions:
- Western Visayas
- Central Visayas
- Negros Island Region
“Agencies responsible for basic, vital and health services, preparedness and response duties must continue to remain operational,” Malacañang reminded in the memo.
“To further ensure continuity of essential government functions, all other government agencies in the aforementioned regions may implement alternate work arrangements, as may be necessary, subject to applicable laws, rules, and regulations,” it added.
According to the Palace, the localized cancellation or suspension of classes or work in government offices in other regions may be implemented by their respective local chief executives, pursuant to relevant laws, rules and regulations.
The suspension of work in private companies and offices is left to the discretion of their respective management.
Meanwhile, the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) announced that Baguio Airport will remain closed until 3:30 p.m. today, while Sangley Airport will remain closed until 6:00 p.m. today.
CAAP said all Area V airports remain closed, including Bicol International Airport in Daraga, Albay; Naga, Virac, Masbate, and Daet Airports, as well as Bulan and Bacon Airports in Sorsogon.
“All flights to and from the affected airports have been cancelled or diverted,” the CAAP said in a news release.
“Passengers are advised to coordinate directly with their respective airlines for real-time flight updates, rebooking options, and other travel-related concerns,” it added.
The agency assured that stranded passengers will be assisted and provided with meals at affected airports until flight operations can safely resume.
CAAP continues to closely monitor the situation and will issue further advisories as necessary.
Likewise, the Philippine Ports Authority announced the cancellation of numerous sea voyages scheduled for Sunday, and similar cancellations are expected until ‘Uwan’ exits the country.
Editor’s Note: This is an updated article. Originally posted with the headline: “Walang Pasok: ‘Uwan’ forces work, class suspensions”
