Walang Pasok: Class Suspensions on September 13, 2024

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Several local government units (LGUs) in Negros Occidental and other regions have announced class suspensions for Friday, September 13, 2024, due to the effects of Severe Tropical Storm Bebinca and the prevailing southwest monsoon (Habagat), which are expected to bring heavy rains and flooding in affected areas.

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The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) reported that Tropical Storm Bebinca is set to enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) by Friday. Once it does, it will be given the local name “Ferdie.” PAGASA has advised the public to expect significant rainfall, especially in areas vulnerable to floods and landslides.

Below is a list of areas that have declared class suspensions in both public and private schools, at all levels, to ensure the safety of students and school personnel:

Negros Occidental:

  1. Bacolod City – Pre-school to Senior High School
  2. La Carlota City – All levels
  3. Sipalay City – All levels
  4. Himamaylan City – All levels
  5. Kabankalan City – All levels
  6. Talisay City – All levels
  7. Silay City – All levels
  8. Victorias City – All levels
  9. Candoni – All levels
  10. Cauayan – All levels
  11. Isabela – All levels
  12. Binalbagan – All levels
  13. Pulupandan – All levels
  14. Bago City – All levels
  15. Hinigaran – All levels
  16. Hinoba-an – All levels
  17. Murcia – All levels
  18. Ilog – All levels
  19. Pontevedra – All levels

Other Areas in the Visayas and Mindanao:

  1. Antique:
    • Anini-y
    • Barbaza
    • Belison
    • Pandan (no face-to-face classes)
    • Patnongon
    • San Remigio (no face-to-face classes)
    • Sebaste
    • Tobias Fornier
    • Valderrama
  2. Occidental Mindoro:
    • Abra de Ilog
    • Calintaan
    • Looc
    • Magsaysay
    • Mamburao
    • Paluan
    • Rizal
    • San Jose
    • Santa Cruz
  3. Iloilo: Oton
  4. Maguindanao del Sur: General Salipada K. Pendatun
  5. Sultan Kudarat: Kalamansig
  6. Sarangani: Malapatan
  7. Zamboanga City: No face-to-face classes

Residents in affected areas are urged to stay updated with PAGASA’s weather bulletins and follow any advisories from local authorities. The severe weather conditions may lead to flash floods, particularly in low-lying and coastal regions, posing significant safety risks.

The public must also take necessary precautions, including preparing emergency kits and securing properties before the incoming storm.

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