Aug. 18: Palace orders alternative class, work setup as rains persist
MANILA, Philippines — Public and private schools in Metro Manila and 14 provinces will shift to alternative learning modes Tuesday, August 18, while government offices adopt alternative work arrangements as heavy southwest monsoon rains persist.
Malacañang issued Memorandum Circular 128 on Monday upon the recommendation of the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council and in view of PAGASA's heavy rainfall warnings.
The directive covers:
- National Capital Region
- Ilocos Sur
- La Union
- Pangasinan
- Benguet
- Zambales
- Bataan
- Tarlac
- Pampanga
- Bulacan
- Cavite
- Batangas
- Rizal
- Laguna
- Occidental Mindoro
Government offices in these areas were directed to implement "appropriate alternative work arrangements."
Agencies providing basic and healthcare services, disaster preparedness and response and other vital services were ordered to continue operations.
Unless otherwise directed by their respective local chief executives, public and private schools at all levels in the covered areas will implement alternative learning modes.
Local chief executives may also order localized cancelations or suspensions of classes and government work in areas not covered by the Palace directive.
For private companies and offices, the suspension of work or adoption of alternative work arrangements is left to the discretion of management.
The circular, signed by Acting Executive Secretary Ralph Recto by authority of the president, takes effect immediately. — Report by John Marwin Elao
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