MANILA, Philippines — Malabon Mayor Jeannie Sandoval announced the cancellation of classes in all levels in public and private schools on Tuesday due to the effects of the enhanced southwest monsoon or habagat and Super Typhoon Nando.
Although Metro Manila was not directly affected by the super typhoon, the southwest monsoon is bringing rains that result in flooding especially in the city’s low-lying areas, Sandoval said.
“The suspension is just in anticipation of heavy rainfall due to the southwest monsoon which could easily affect some of our schools in the city which are located in flood-prone areas,” City Administrator Alex Rosete told The Manila Times.
The city officials advised the residents to stay vigilant. The city posted on social media its hotline/contact numbers from Malabon Command Center, TXTMJS and Malabon Ahon 24/7 Alert app for emergencies.
