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Zambales town suspends classes Monday as monsoon rains intensify
The municipal government of Masinloc in Zambales has ordered the closure of all public and private schools at all levels on Monday as the enhanced southwest monsoon brings heavy rainfall to the province.
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MASINLOC, Zambales — Classes across all educational institutions in this Zambales municipality will remain suspended on Monday due to severe weather conditions associated with the strengthening habagat or southwest monsoon system.
Mayor Hazel Lim announced the decision on Sunday, citing the need to protect students, teachers, and school personnel from the hazardous conditions expected throughout the day. The mayor's office did not specify whether the suspension would extend beyond Monday pending further weather updates.
The enhanced monsoon system has brought moderate to heavy rains across the region, prompting local government units to implement precautionary measures. School administrators have been advised to monitor weather bulletins from state meteorologists to determine when classes can safely resume.
The suspension affects both public and private educational institutions operating in the municipality, ensuring uniform compliance across all schools regardless of classification.