Walang Pasok: Class suspensions on Thursday, October 31, 2024
MANILA – Some local governments (LGUs) decided to suspend classes on Thursday, October 31, because of Typhoon Leon.
Classes have been suspended at all levels in the areas listed below:
Storm Preparedness in the Philippines
As Tropical Storm LeonPH continues to affect parts of the Philippines, it’s vital to raise awareness about storm preparedness and the necessary measures to ensure safety.
1. Secure Financial Protection with Storm Insurance
- Typhoon insurance coverage is vital in storm-prone areas like the Philippines, where storms like Tropical Storm LeonPH pose a constant threat.
- Some leading insurance providers offering flood insurance and disaster insurance policies include:
- Pioneer Insurance: Offers coverage for typhoons, floods, and other natural calamities.
- Malayan Insurance: Specializes in comprehensive home protection policies, including coverage for typhoon-related damages.
- AXA Philippines: Provides both personal and property insurance, covering typhoon and flood damage under its residential and business insurance plans.
2. Prepare an Emergency Kit
- A well-prepared storm preparedness kit is essential for your safety during and after a storm. Your kit should include:
- Non-perishable food and bottled water for several days.
- A first aid kit with medications and hygiene items.
- Flashlights, batteries, and emergency radios to stay updated on storm warnings and instructions.
- Include storm safety gear like waterproof clothes, sturdy shoes, and blankets for added protection.
3. Protect Your Property
- Protect your home by installing storm shutters to prevent windows from shattering in high winds.
- Contact flood protection services to fortify your house against potential flooding. Companies like HomeProtect and Pioneer Insurance provide consultations and coverage for flood prevention and repairs.
- Regularly inspect and maintain your roof, doors, and windows to reduce storm damage risks.
4. Stay Safe During the Storm
- Stay indoors during the storm and avoid traveling unless absolutely necessary.
- Know the locations of nearby emergency evacuation centers, and have a plan ready if you need to leave your home.
- Use emergency radios to listen for updates on weather conditions and government evacuation orders.
Walang Pasok! List of Regions where classes are suspended
Camarines Sur (suspension effective until lifted)
Tuguegarao, Cagayan
Lemery, Batangas
Los Baños, Laguna
Dagupan City
Benguet
Rosales, Pangasinan
Face-to-face classes in all levels, public and private, are also suspended in the following areas:
Camarines Norte (suspension effective until lifted)
Albay (until Nov. 3)
Batangas
- Calaca
- Nasugbu
- San Luis
Laguna
- Bay
- Biñan
- Cabuyao
- Magdalena
- Paete
- Pagsanjan
- San Pedro
- Santa Cruz
- Santa Maria
Antique
- Belison
- Sebaste
- Pandan
Classes from elementary to high school, meanwhile, are suspended in the following areas:
Talisay, Batangas
Calamba, Laguna
Anini-y, Antique
Santa Rosa, Laguna (public schools only)
Leon was 215 kilometers east southeast of Basco, Batanes, at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, with steady winds of 185 kph near the center and winds up to 230 kph.
Experts are not ruling out a landfall scenario in Batanes, which may cause the beginning of Wind Signal No. 5 in the area. It will be closest to the province from late this evening to tomorrow morning, October 31.
Signal No. 4 goes on over Batanes, while Signal No. 3 covers the eastern portion of the Babuyan Islands and northeastern mainland Cagayan.
Many more areas in Northern Luzon, Cagayan Valley Region, and Cordillera Administrative Region are still under Signals No. 2 and No. 1 while Leon continues to travel northwestward at 20 kph.
