The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has suspended the expanded number coding scheme for all vehicles on August 28 due to severe weather conditions caused by the Southwest Monsoon.
- Both public school classes and government work have been canceled.
- The suspension was recommended by the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC).
- This decision aims to prevent any untoward incidents and ensure public safety.
- Private institutions will decide independently whether to suspend their operations.
The MMDA announced the suspension of the expanded number coding scheme for all vehicles on August 28, citing continuous rains brought by the Southwest Monsoon. This move follows an earlier announcement by Malacañang calling off work in government offices and classes in all public schools within Metro Manila.
The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) recommended these suspensions to mitigate the risk of any untoward incidents and safeguard the general public. Their guidance underscores the importance of safety during severe weather conditions.
While work and class suspensions apply to public institutions, the NDRRMC stated that private companies and schools have the discretion to decide whether to continue operations based on their circumstances. This policy allows flexibility for private sector responses to the weather conditions.
The continuous rains caused by the Southwest Monsoon, also known locally as Habagat, have affected normal operations across the National Capital Region (NCR). The MMDA’s proactive decision aims to alleviate traffic congestion and minimize risk amid adverse weather conditions.
Joviland Rita of GMA Integrated News highlighted that the move to suspend the number coding scheme helps to ensure smoother transportation flow and reduces the potential for accidents as the region contends with heavy rains.
The suspension of the number coding scheme underscores the importance of public safety during severe weather conditions.
Source: Gmanetwork