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312 schools damaged by 'Uwan'; Bicol, Calabarzon among hardest hit — DepEd

Published Nov 10, 2025 05:27 pm
The Department of Education (DepEd) reported that 312 schools were damaged by Super Typhoon Uwan, with Bicol and Calabarzon among the hardest hit. (Manila Bulletin file photo)
The Department of Education (DepEd) reported that 312 schools were damaged by Super Typhoon Uwan, with Bicol and Calabarzon among the hardest hit. (Manila Bulletin file photo)
The Department of Education (DepEd) on Monday, November 10, said that at least 312 public schools sustained infrastructure damage following the onslaught of Super Typhoon Uwan (Fung-wong), with Bicol and Calabarzon emerging as the most affected regions.
According to DepEd’s Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Service (DRRMS) latest situation report, a total of 1,182 classrooms were partially damaged, 366 suffered major damage, while 261 were totally destroyed.
DepEd said these figures remain subject to validation as regional and division offices continue to submit field reports.
Meanwhile, DepEd Secretary Sonny Angara assured the public that the department is prioritizing the protection and welfare of students, teachers, and school personnel in affected areas, in line with President Marcos’ directive for all agencies to remain on full alert.
“Mabigat ang pinagdadaanan ng ating mga guro, magulang, at mag-aaral sa nagdaang Bagyong Uwan at Tino (Our teachers, parents, and students are going through a difficult time following Typhoons Uwan and Tino),” Angara said.
“Nakikiramay tayo sa ating mga kababayan, at tinitiyak namin sa DepEd na kasama ninyo kami sa bawat hakbang ng pagbangon at muling pagbuo ng pag-asa sa bawat silid-aralan (We extend our sympathies to our fellow citizens, and we assure you that DepEd stands with you in every step of recovery and in rebuilding hope within every classroom),” he added.
Hardest-hit areas
DepEd said Bicol, Calabarzon, and the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) recorded the highest number of damaged classrooms due to the typhoon’s strong winds and heavy rains.
Meanwhile, 5,572 classrooms in 1,072 schools across 11 regions are currently being used as evacuation centers, temporarily housing displaced families.
DepEd said it continues to coordinate with local Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Councils (DRRMCs) for ongoing assessments and relief operations.
To support immediate recovery, the department has identified an estimated P20.2 million for clean-up and clearing operations and P57.9 million for minor classroom repairs.
Angara also emphasized the implementation of Alternative Delivery Modes (ADMs) in schools that remain closed due to Typhoon Uwan and other recent calamities.
Funds have been released to regional offices to produce learning packets and lesson guides under the Dynamic Learning Program (DLP) and other ADM modalities.
DepEd reiterated its commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of learners and teachers while it continues the full verification of damage and restoration efforts in affected schools. 

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