#WalangPasok: Class Suspensions for September 1, 2023, Friday Announced

Markus Castro

Aug 31

Walang pasok: Class suspensions for September 1

Several local government units and schools in the Philippines suspended classes and government work on Friday, September 1, 2023, due to Typhoon Goring (Saola) and the enhanced southwest monsoon. The announcement was made through the hashtag #WalangPasok, which means "no classes" in Filipino. The suspension of classes and work was made to ensure the safety of the students and employees from the possible effects of the typhoon.

According to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA), Typhoon Goring was expected to hit the western coast of Luzon on Friday, September 1, 2023. The typhoon was categorized as a super typhoon and was likely to remain so until Friday. The enhanced southwest monsoon was also expected to bring heavy rains and thunderstorms to the western section of Luzon, which could cause flooding and landslides in some areas.

The suspension of classes and work was made to prevent any untoward incidents that may arise due to the typhoon and the southwest monsoon. The local government units and schools that announced the suspension of classes and work were taking proactive measures to ensure the safety of their constituents. Classes and work are expected to resume once the weather conditions improve and it is safe to do so.

Affected Areas

Several local government units and schools in the Philippines have suspended classes and government work on Friday, September 1, 2023, due to Typhoon Goring (Saola) and the enhanced southwest monsoon. Here are the areas that have declared class suspensions:

Suspensions in Luzon

As of Thursday morning, Super Typhoon Goring has moved away from Luzon. However, the enhanced southwest monsoon continues to affect the region. The following areas have declared class suspensions for September 1, 2023:

Masantol, Pampanga - all levels (public and private)
Hagonoy, Bulacan - all levels (public and private)

Suspensions in Visayas

The following areas in Visayas have declared class suspensions for September 1, 2023:

Bacolod City – all levels (public and private), until Friday, September 1

Suspensions in Metro Manila

The following cities in Metro Manila have declared class suspensions for September 1, 2023:

no announcement yet

Please stay safe and updated with the latest news and announcements regarding the weather conditions in your area.

#WalangPasok: Class Suspensions Announcement

On September 1, 2023, many schools and local government units in the Philippines suspended classes due to the inclement weather brought by Typhoon Hanna. This announcement was made in the interest of the safety of students, teachers, and staff.

Class suspensions were implemented in various cities and provinces across the country. In Western Visayas, Bacolod City suspended all levels of classes in both public and private schools. In Central Visayas, Cebu City suspended classes in all levels, while in Eastern Visayas, Tacloban City suspended classes in all levels. In Northern Mindanao, Cagayan de Oro City suspended classes in all levels, as well as Bukidnon and Misamis Oriental.

Class suspensions were announced through various means, including social media, official government websites, and text messaging. The Department of Education also released a statement reminding the public to stay safe and follow the guidelines set by their local government units.

It is important to note that the decision to suspend classes is made by the local government units and schools themselves based on their assessment of the situation. It is recommended that students and parents stay updated with the latest announcements from their respective schools and local government units regarding class suspensions.

Weather Conditions

On September 1, 2023, several local government units and schools in the Philippines suspended classes and government work due to bad weather caused by Typhoon Goring (Saola) and the enhanced southwest monsoon. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) issued a flood warning, and tropical cyclone wind signals were raised in different parts of the country.

According to PAGASA, the enhanced southwest monsoon brought significant rain and gusty conditions to some areas on Thursday, August 31, and Friday, September 1. As of August 29, 2023, PAGASA also warned that Signal No. 4 may be raised in extreme northern Luzon due to Typhoon Goring.

Typhoon Goring, also known as Saola, is a super typhoon with maximum sustained winds of 195 km/h near the center. As of August 30, 2023, the center of the eye of Typhoon Goring was estimated to be 165 km West Southwest of Basco, Batanes, with gustiness of up to 240 km/h.

The severe tropical storm Hanna, which is expected to continue enhancing the southwest monsoon rains being experienced in different parts of the country, also caused class suspensions on September 1, 2023. Despite being far from the Philippine landmass, severe tropical storm Hanna is expected to bring localized thunderstorms and partly cloudy skies in some areas.

Government Actions

Local Government Units' Response

Several Local Government Units (LGUs) in the Philippines have announced class suspensions and government work suspension on Friday, September 1, 2023, due to Typhoon Goring (Saola) and the enhanced southwest monsoon. LGUs are responsible for deciding whether to suspend classes and work in their respective areas during calamities. According to the Official Gazette of the Republic of the Philippines, LGUs have the authority to suspend classes and work in their respective jurisdictions based on Republic Act No. 10121 or the Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act of 2010.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any class suspensions for September 1, 2023?

Yes, there are class suspensions for September 1, 2023, due to bad weather conditions in some areas.

What areas have declared class suspensions for September 1, 2023?

As of August 31, 2023, 8:18 PM, the following areas have declared class suspensions for September 1, 2023:

Bacolod City - all levels (public and private)

Is there a suspension of work in government offices on September 1, 2023?

There is no information available regarding the suspension of work in government offices on September 1, 2023.

Are there any updates on the class suspensions for September 1, 2023?

There are no updates available regarding the class suspensions for September 1, 2023, as of August 31, 2023, 8:18 PM.

Will there be a rescheduling of classes due to the suspension on September 1, 2023?

It depends on the discretion of the school administrators. Students and parents are advised to coordinate with their respective schools regarding the rescheduling of classes.