Classes suspended in Albay, Sorsogon, Camarines Sur due to heavy rains

Classes in all levels in Albay, Sorsogon, and Camarines Sur were suspended on Friday, September 13, due to heavy rains from the Southwest monsoon.

The Sorsogon Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office announced the suspension in Sorsogon to prioritize the safety of students and the general public.

Camarines Sur Governor Vincenzo Renato Luigi Villafuerte suspended classes in all 35 towns and two cities due to moderate to heavy rainfall expected until Saturday afternoon.

He warned of possible flooding and rain-induced landslides, especially in highly susceptible areas.

Albay Governor Edcel Grex Lagman advised residents to monitor advisories from local chief executives.

The state weather bureau had earlier raised a red rainfall warning in Sorsogon, signaling a high risk of hazardous flooding and landslides.

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