Classes in various parts of the country are suspended on Monday, July 28, 2025, due to President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.’s State of the Nation Address (SONA) and the adverse weather conditions brought by the southwest monsoon enhanced by Tropical Depression Emong (international name: Co-may).
In Quezon City, Mayor Joy Belmonte has announced a suspension of classes in all levels, both public and private schools. The decision was made to minimize disruptions caused by road closures and heightened security measures around the Batasang Pambansa Complex, where President Marcos will deliver his SONA. “All residents are enjoined to listen to the SONA of the President,” Belmonte added.
Beyond Metro Manila, other local government units (LGUs) have also declared class suspensions due to inclement weather and flooding in several low-lying areas.
National Capital Region:
- Malabon City: Suspension of face-to-face classes from Kindergarten to Senior High School and Alternative Learning System in all public schools.
Ilocos Region:
- La Union: All face-to-face classes suspended in both public and private schools. Colleges are to shift to asynchronous learning.
- Lingayen, Pangasinan: All levels in public and private schools are suspended.
- Bani, Pangasinan: Suspension from July 28 to August 1 for all levels, public and private schools.
- Anda, Pangasinan: Suspension from July 28 to July 30.
- Calasiao, Aguilar, Mangaldan (Pangasinan): All levels suspended in both public and private schools.
Central Luzon:
- Apalit, Pampanga: Suspension of face-to-face classes in all levels.
- Masantol, Pampanga: All classes suspended in public and private institutions.
Calabarzon:
- Kawit, Cavite: All levels of education are suspended in both public and private schools.
Furthermore, government offices in Mangaldan and Lingayen, Pangasinan, have also suspended work operations on the same day, July 28, to ensure public safety.
Residents are advised to monitor further announcements from LGUs and PAGASA for any additional advisories. Safety measures are encouraged as rainfall and localized flooding are expected to persist in the affected region