The Philippine government has taken proactive measures as Super Typhoon Uwan approaches the country, ordering the suspension of classes and government work across multiple regions to ensure public safety.
Government Declares Preemptive Suspensions
On November 9, 2025, the Office of the President issued a memorandum circular through Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin, acting on behalf of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. The order mandates the suspension of work in government offices throughout the National Capital Region (NCR), Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR), Ilocos, Cagayan Valley, Central Luzon, Southern Tagalog, Mimaropa, Bicol, and Eastern Visayas effective November 10.
The suspension covers a wide geographical area representing significant portions of Luzon and Visayas, demonstrating the anticipated severity of the weather disturbance.
Educational Institutions Affected
Class suspensions will be implemented more broadly, affecting all educational levels in NCR, CAR, Negros Island Region, Ilocos, Cagayan Valley, Central Luzon, Southern Tagalog, Mimaropa, Bicol, Central Visayas, Western Visayas, and Eastern Visayas.
These class suspensions will be in effect from November 10 to 11, providing a two-day window to ensure student safety during the typhoon's expected impact period.
Essential Services Continue Operations
The presidential memorandum specifically notes that government agencies responsible for delivering basic, vital, and health services, as well as those with preparedness and response duties, must continue their operations without interruption.
To maintain essential government functions, other agencies in the affected regions may implement alternative work arrangements as necessary, following applicable laws and regulations.
The order also clarifies that local chief executives in other regions retain authority to declare localized cancellations or suspensions of classes and government work based on their assessment of local conditions.
For the private sector, suspension of work remains at the discretion of individual company management, allowing businesses to make decisions based on their specific circumstances and employee safety considerations.
This comprehensive approach demonstrates the government's commitment to balancing public safety with the continuity of essential services during weather emergencies.
