Classes, work suspended in Baguio City after 7.0-magnitude quake

By Gabriela Baron

Baguio City Mayor Benjie Magalong suspended classes and work in the public and private sectors on Wednesday, July 27, following the strong tremor felt in the city.

A 7.0-magnitude quake rocked Lagangilang, Abra early Wednesday morning,
triggering landslides and damaged structures in parts of Northern Luzon.

Intensity VI was reported in Baguio City.

Magalong advised building owners not to allow people back inside establishments until structures are assessed. He will lead a city-wide inspection.

The mayor urged residents to ensure safety of their home first and assured that the city government is on top of the situation.

Popular

Transport chief tackles updates on timely issues at Palace press briefing

By Dean Aubrey Caratiquet A safe, efficient, accessible, and affordable transportation system is the hallmark of a progressive nation. It serves as a long-term goal...

PBBM: Middle East crisis no effect on economy, price gouging monitored

By Ruth Abbey Gita-Carlos | Philippine News Agency The government is monitoring the price gouging amid conflict in the Middle East, President Ferdinand R. Marcos...

Malacañang champions responsible usage of AI, warns vs disinformation ahead of SONA

By Dean Aubrey Caratiquet Rapid technological advancements, especially in the field of artificial intelligence (AI), have served as the breeding ground for new threats that...

PBBM assures safe, timely repatriation of Filipinos amid Israel-Iran conflict

By Brian Campued President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has directed all concerned government agencies to safely repatriate overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) from Israel and Iran...