School closures, Monday, July 7, 2025
**News Article: Class Suspensions Across Several Philippine Areas Due to Southwest Monsoon**
July 7, 2025, has seen several areas in the Philippines suspend face-to-face classes due to the effects of the southwest monsoon (habagat) and residual weather from Typhoon Bising. In a series of official announcements, the following areas have confirmed class suspensions:
**Metro Manila** - Malabon City: All levels, public and private schools
**Provinces**
- Ilocos Sur: All levels, public and private schools - Ilocos Norte: Kindergarten and elementary, public and private schools - Lingayen, Pangasinan: All levels, public and private schools - Basista, Pangasinan: Daycare to Senior High School, public and private schools - Sual, Pangasinan: All levels, public and private schools (with shift to modular distance learning recommended) - Aguilar, Pangasinan: All levels, public and private schools - Binmaley, Pangasinan: Kindergarten to Grade 12, public and private schools - Umingan, Pangasinan: All levels, public and private schools - Masantol, Pampanga: All levels, public and private schools - Bauang, La Union: All levels, public and private schools - Aringay, La Union: All levels, public and private schools - Masinloc, Zambales: All levels, public and private schools - Palauig, Zambales: All levels, public and private schools - Natividad, Pangasinan: Pre-school to Senior High School, public and private schools - Labrador, Pangasinan: Preschool to Senior High School, public and private schools - Urbiztondo, Pangasinan: All levels, public and private schools - Mangatarem, Pangasinan: All levels, public and private schools - San Quintin, Pangasinan: Preschool to Senior High School, public and private schools - Asingan, Pangasinan: All levels, public and private schools
Please note that this information is based on official announcements for July 7, 2025. For updates on other dates, kindly refer to the latest announcements from the respective local or national authorities.
The southwest monsoon, an annual wind system affecting the Philippines, is responsible for the majority of the rainfall during the wet season, which typically lasts from June to November. This seasonal weather event brings heavy rains, flooding, and storms to the Philippines, causing disruptions in various sectors, including education.
In some areas, work in public offices has also been suspended, such as Ilocos Sur province only. However, it is essential to check with local authorities for the latest updates and clarifications.
It is important to note that the southwest monsoon is a natural weather event and is not related to any advertisements. The suspensions of classes are subject to updates from local or national authorities. Stay safe and informed during this weather event.
The southwest monsoon (habagat) brought heavy rains and flooding, necessitating the suspension of face-to-face classes in several areas in the Philippines, including but not limited to Metro Manila and various provinces such as Ilocos Sur, Ilocos Norte, Pangasinan, Pampanga, La Union, Zambales, and others.
In light of these weather conditions, it is crucial for individuals to stay updated with the latest announcements from local or national authorities for any further updates or changes in class schedules.
