Typhoon Uwan damages over 1,800 classrooms in 312 public schools

Typhoon Uwan has caused significant damage to at least 312 public schools across the Philippines, affecting over 1,800 classrooms.

DepEd reported that 1,182 classrooms sustained minor damage, 366 were heavily damaged, and 261 were completely destroyed.

Bicol, CALABARZON, and the Cordillera Administrative Region reported the highest numbers of damaged classrooms.

DepEd is still verifying the damage reports as additional information continues to come in.

Additionally, 5,572 classrooms in 1,072 schools across 11 regions are currently being used as evacuation centers.

Education Secretary Sonny Angara assured affected communities of the department's commitment to the protection of students and teachers, and the continuity of learning.

DepEd has identified P20.2 million for clean-up and clearing operations, and P57.9 million for minor repairs to address immediate needs.

The department has also prioritized the implementation of Alternative Delivery Modes (ADMs) in schools that remain closed due to recent typhoons.