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Heavy Monsoon Rains Halt Government Work and Classes Across Metro Manila Region
Southwest monsoon prompts suspension in 11 provinces
The Philippine government has suspended classes at all levels and government work in Metro Manila and ten adjacent provinces as persistent southwest monsoon rains triggered flooding across Luzon.
The decision, effective from July 22, was made following guidance from the Office of Civil Defense and authorized by President Marcos Jr, with the Department of Interior and Local Government issuing safety measures for affected localities.
The heavy downpours have also brought hazardous conditions to key urban areas, significantly disrupting daily routines for public employees, students and commuters.
The decision, effective from July 22, was made following guidance from the Office of Civil Defense and authorized by President Marcos Jr, with the Department of Interior and Local Government issuing safety measures for affected localities.
The heavy downpours have also brought hazardous conditions to key urban areas, significantly disrupting daily routines for public employees, students and commuters.
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