Schools suspend in-person classes across multiple regions due to monsoon

MANILA — Educational institutions in Pangasinan, Bulacan, and Pampanga have suspended face-to-face classes on Monday, September 7, as the southwest monsoon, locally known as habagat, intensifies across the region.

The suspensions come as the southwest monsoon continues to impact weather conditions throughout the Philippines. The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council has previously reported significant casualties linked to the monsoon and associated cyclonic systems affecting the country.

School officials in the affected provinces opted to halt in-person operations to ensure student and staff safety amid the inclement weather. The decision reflects ongoing efforts by local authorities to minimize risks to residents and protect public welfare during severe weather events.

Students and parents in the suspended areas are advised to monitor updates from their respective schools and local government units for further announcements regarding the resumption of classes. Online learning alternatives may be implemented by some institutions during the suspension period.