Expected heavy rainfall from Tropical Cyclone Crising and the Southwest Monsoon has led to the cancellation of classes in 27 towns and cities in Negros Occidental, including Bacolod City, and a provincewide-wide suspension in Negros Oriental.
The cancellations are a precautionary measure against potential floods and landslides.
While Negros Occidental is not directly in the path of Tropical Cyclone Crising, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) anticipates significant rainfall.
Up to 50-100 millimeters (mm) of rain is expected on Thursday, increasing to 100-200 mm on Friday, which could trigger widespread flooding, it said.
The following LGUs in Negros Occidental have announced class suspensions in both public and private schools at all levels:
1. Hinoba-an: July 17
2. Himamaylan City: July 17
3. Binalbagan: July 17-18
4. Isabela: July 17 until further notice
5. La Castellana: July 17 until further notice
6. Sipalay City: July 17-18
7. Hinigaran: July 17
8. Cauayan: July 17
9. Calatrava: July 17-18
10. Kabankalan City: July 17
11. Bago City: July 17
12. Pontevedra: July 17
13. Pulupandan: July 17
14 .La Carlota City: July 17
15.. Bacolod City: 17
16. Ilog: 17
17. Valladolid: July 17
18. Talisay City: July 17
19. EB Magalona: July 17
20. Silay City : July 17
21. Candoni : July 17
22. Don Salvador Benedicto: July 17
23. San Enrique: July 17
24. Victorias City: July 17
25. Moises Padilla: July 17
26. Manapla: July 17
27. Murcia: July 17
Hinoba-an Mayor Daph Reliquias said that strong rains were experienced in his town for most of Wednesday, prompting the class suspension until Thursday as a precautionary measure against flooding and landslides.
He urged residents to take necessary precautions for their safety.
Moises Padilla also reported rising river waters due to the heavy rainfall.
NEGROS ORIENTAL
In Negros Oriental, Governor Manuel “Chaco” Sagarbarria issued Executive Order No. 10, Series of 2025, suspending classes at all levels in both public and private educational institutions across the entire province, effective Wednesday, July 16, until lifted.
Sagarbarria said the decision was made due to ongoing heavy rains and flooding caused by the intensified southwest monsoon and Tropical Depression “Crising,” which have significantly affected various municipalities and cities in Negros Oriental.
The executive order prioritizes the safety and well-being of students, teachers, and school personnel by mitigating potential hazards posed by the inclement weather.*