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Eight Bulacan schools suspend classes due to water supply maintenance
Eight local government units in Bulacan province have ordered class suspensions for Tuesday as the Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System conducts scheduled maintenance on bulk water supply infrastructure. The two-day maintenance work is expected to cause widespread water interruptions across the region.
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At least eight local government units (LGUs) in Bulacan province announced class suspensions for Tuesday, October 13, 2026, in anticipation of service disruptions caused by essential maintenance work on the water supply system. The Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS) is scheduled to shut down the Bulacan Bulk Water Supply from Tuesday through Wednesday as part of routine maintenance operations.
The suspension affects schools and educational institutions across multiple municipalities and cities in the province as authorities prepare for the expected widespread water interruptions. Public and private schools have been advised to remain closed during the maintenance period to ensure student and staff safety, as water supply is critical for campus operations including sanitation and food preparation facilities.
The MWSS maintenance work is part of regular system upkeep designed to ensure the reliability and efficiency of water distribution infrastructure serving the greater Metro Manila area and surrounding provinces. Residents and businesses in affected areas have been advised to prepare by storing adequate water for household and operational needs during the scheduled shutdown period.