The city government here suspended Monday's afternoon classes in all levels of private and public schools due to inclement weather. The Iloilo City Emergency Operations Center (EOC), in its monitoring report to Mayor Jerry P. Treñas, said the city continues to experience scattered rainshowers and thunderstorms. 'To ensure the safety and general welfare of the children and the residents of Iloilo City, we recommend the suspension of face-to-face classes this afternoon in all levels, in both public and private educational institutions, in the City of Iloilo,' read the EOC recommendation approved by the mayor. A total of 91 schools under the Schools Division of Iloilo Province have suspended classes as of noon, based on data provided by the regional office of the Department of Education. The EOC also advised the general public to be vigilant amid the strong winds expected, particularly along coastal barangays. 'Possible flooding in low-lying areas due to persistent light to moderate rains may occur,' it ad ded. The City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (CDRRMC) was on blue alert since Sunday in preparation for the possible impacts of Tropical Storm Enteng. Under the blue alert status, all vice chairpersons, cluster leads and unit leads of the CDRRMC are on standby and ready for possible deployment. All members of the council must conduct close monitoring and report all related incidents to the EOC. Source: Philippines News Agency
Iloilo City suspends afternoon classes due to inclement weather
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