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Palace suspends gov’t work, classes in 8 regions Nov. 13
Malacañang has suspended work in government offices and classes in public schools across Luzon for Friday, November 13, due to Typhoon Ulysses.
This suspension covers Metro Manila and seven other regions: Regions 1, 2, 3, CALABARZON, MIMAROPA, Bicol, and the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR).
Previous suspensions for government work and classes were in effect from Wednesday afternoon to Thursday in most of these areas.
Agencies involved in essential services like health and disaster response are expected to continue operations.
Private companies and schools were given discretion to decide on their own suspensions.
Presidential spokesperson Harry Roque urged the public to monitor weather advisories and stay safe.
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