Classes suspended in Bicol due to Tropical Storm Crising

Classes in several areas across Catanduanes, Camarines Sur, and other parts of the Bicol region were suspended on Thursday due to heavy rains brought by Tropical Storm Crising.

Governor Patrick Azanza declared a suspension of classes at all levels in both public and private schools across 11 towns in Catanduanes, emphasizing safety and preparation for weather conditions.

Classes remained suspended in some areas of the Bicol region on Friday, with localized suspensions announced in Albay province affecting multiple towns such as Manito, Camalig, Jovellar, Daraga, Rapu-Rapu, Oas, Bacacay, Polangui, and Legazpi City.

Schools were encouraged to shift to alternative modes of learning due to the ongoing weather conditions.

Disaster response officials have been placed on red alert status to closely monitor the situation, with Pagasa issuing a yellow rainfall warning in Albay and other affected areas.

PAGASA reported that Crising was located 335 kilometers east of Echague, Isabela, moving northwestward at 20 kilometers per hour with maximum sustained winds of 65 kph and gusts up to 80 kph.