Classes in all levels and work in government offices in Luzon on Wednesday, Oct. 23, were suspended due to tropical storm Kristine.
Malacañang, through the Office of Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin, declared the suspension of classes and government work on Tuesday night, Oct. 22.
"In view of the inclement weather brought about by Tropical Storm 'Kristine' affecting the whole country, particularly the Island of Luzon, work in government offices and classes at all levels in Luzon are hereby suspended on 23 October 2024," Bersamin said in a statement.
However, those agencies whose functions involve the delivery of basic and health services, preparedness/response to disasters and calamities, and/or the performance of other vital services shall continue with their operations and render the necessary services.
The suspension of work for private companies and offices, the Palace also said, is left to the discretion of their respective heads.
As of 4 p.m. on Tuesday, the center of Kristine was located approximately 390 kilometers east of Daet, Camarines Norte, and is moving west-northwestward at a speed of 15 kilometers per hour.
Tropical cyclone wind signals (TCWS) were already raised in many areas in Luzon and Visayas.