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Work in gov’t offices, classes in Metro Manila suspended on Wednesday
Malacañang suspended government work and classes in all levels in Metro Manila starting 5:00 AM on Wednesday, July 24, due to the continuous rainfall brought about by Typhoon Carina and the Southwest Monsoon.
The suspension was announced by the Presidential Communications Office (PCO), based on a recommendation from the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council.
Agencies involved in essential services, disaster preparedness and response, and other vital services are mandated to continue operations.
The decision for private companies and offices to suspend work is left to their discretion.
The state weather bureau issued a red rainfall warning in Metro Manila, Rizal, and Bataan due to expected serious flooding.
The habagat, enhanced by Typhoon Carina, continues to drench large parts of Luzon and the Visayas, causing floods in several areas.
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has ordered its Disaster Response Command Center and field offices to be on the highest level of readiness.
The DSWD has provided an initial PHP190,124 worth of humanitarian assistance to affected localities in Regions 3, 5, and 6.
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