Gov't work, classes on July 24, 2025 in Iloilo City suspended
"Pursuant to the recommendation of the DILG, and in view of the advisory issued by DOST-PAGASA, the Office of Civil Defense, and the DSWD regarding Tropical Storm Emong, we are adhering to the directive to suspend classes in all levels in Iloilo City tomorrow, Thursday, July 24, 2025,' Mayor Raisa Treñas said in an announcement on July 23, 2025.
While government work is suspended, offices that deliver essential and emergency services are excluded.
'All response units under the Iloilo City Government are on standby and fully activated. We have also raised the Iloilo City Emergency Operations Center to Red Alert Status and continue to monitor updates to ensure the safety of our constituents. Please remain alert, secure your homes, and coordinate with your barangay officials for any assistance needed,' Treñas said in an advisory on Iloilo City Government, the local government unit's official social media page.
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