Malacañang has ordered government offices in Metro Manila and 12 provinces to shift to alternative work arrangements on Friday, August 14, due to continuous heavy rainfall brought by the southwest monsoon or habagat.
Under Memorandum Circular No. 126, alternative work arrangements will be implemented in the following areas:
- National Capital Region (NCR)
- Zambales
- Bataan
- Bulacan
- Pampanga
- Tarlac
- Nueva Ecija
- Cavite
- Batangas
- Rizal
- Laguna
- Quezon
- Occidental Mindoro
The Palace issued the order upon the recommendation of the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC), following heavy rainfall warnings issued by the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).
Unless otherwise directed by their respective local chief executives, public and private schools in the affected areas will also implement alternative learning modes for classes at all levels.
Agencies providing basic and health services, disaster preparedness and response, and other vital services are directed to continue operations and provide necessary services.
Local chief executives may also order the localized suspension or cancellation of classes and work in government offices in other areas, in accordance with existing laws, rules, and regulations.
The suspension of work or adoption of alternative work arrangements in the private sector will be left to the discretion of management.
