Typhoon Julian causes evacuations, class suspensions in Northern Luzon

Typhoon Julian (Krathon) maintained its strength as it swept across northern Luzon, triggering evacuations, road closures, and the release of dam waters.

Twelve areas in Northern Luzon, including Mangaldan and San Fabian in Pangasinan, Tuguegarao City, Baggao, and Aparri in Cagayan, Laoag City, Batac City, and Pagudpud in Ilocos Norte, Batanes, Baguio City, and Benguet, suspended face-to-face classes on Monday, September 30.

Class suspensions covered all levels, both public and private, except for Ilocos Sur which suspended only elementary and secondary levels.

Work was also suspended in many areas, including Baguio City and Apayao, with emergency services remaining on standby.

As of Monday morning, Typhoon Julian was nearing super typhoon status with maximum sustained winds of 175 kilometers per hour and gusts up to 215 kph.

Evacuations began in Abra, where rising waters forced 26 families from their homes in Cardona village, Dolores, as the Tineg River swelled, prompting the activation of three evacuation centers.