MANILA, (PIA) — Classes for kindergarten through senior high school in both public and private schools have been suspended across multiple cities in Metro Manila Tuesday, October 22, due to the approaching Tropical Storm Kristine, which has prompted the issuance of Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1 by PAGASA.
The Manila Public Information Office announced the suspension around noon, leading to similar measures in neighboring cities. A summary of the class cancellations includes:
- Quezon City: Afternoon classes in public schools are suspended.
- Marikina City: All levels in public and private schools have been suspended.
- Navotas City: Mayor John Rey Tiangco confirmed the cancellation of classes for kindergarten, senior high school, and the Alternative Learning System (ALS).
- Pasig City: Classes in daycares, senior high schools, and ALS are suspended in both public and private institutions.
- Taguig City: In-person classes from Kindergarten to Grade 12 and ALS students are suspended.
- Muntinlupa City: All levels in public and private schools are suspended.
- Mandaluyong City: Afternoon classes for preschool to Grade 12 and ALS are canceled.
- Malabon City: All levels in public and private schools are suspended.
- Pasay City: Classes from kindergarten to senior high school are canceled for the afternoon.
- Parañaque City: Afternoon classes in all levels, both public and private, are suspended.
- Las Piñas City: The government announced the suspension of afternoon classes at all levels.
- Valenzuela City: Afternoon classes across all levels are canceled.
- Pateros: Classes from preschool to Grade 12 in both public and private schools are suspended.
- Makati City: In-person and online classes from Kindergarten to Grade 12 and ALS are canceled.
- Caloocan City: Mayor Dale Gonzalo “Along” Malapitan announced the suspension of classes for kindergarten to senior high school in public and private schools.
- San Juan City: Mayor Francis Zamora suspended classes for preschool to Grade 12 and ALS.
The widespread cancellations come as authorities brace for potential impacts from Tropical Storm Kristine, which is expected to intensify.
Parents and students are advised to stay updated through official channels regarding any further developments and safety precautions. (JCO/PIA-NCR)
