#WalangPasok: November 2, 2017 special non-working holiday in some areas

MANILA, Philippines - President Rodrigo Duterte's Proclamation No. 50 did not include November 2, 2017 as special (non-working) holiday throughout the country but some local government units declared suspension of classes and work in observance of All Souls' Day.

While October 31 and November 1 were declared holidays, at least two (2) LGUs said the additional holiday on November 2 will give more time in observing the tradition. Filipino families commemorate and pay homage to the deceased family members on All Souls' Day.

On Monday, Cauayan City Mayor Bernard Faustino M. Dy released Administrative Order No. 03 citing a special non-working day on Thursday.

Meanwhile, Tacloban Mayor Cristina Gonzalez Romualdez has issued Executive Order 2017-10-076 for the temporary suspension of classes for all levels in public and private schools and work in all government offices in Tacloban City on November 2.

"As influx of people is expected at the cemeteries, the celebration may cause overcrowding, traffic congestion and inconvenience to the public," the local declaration said.

Check out list of areas where classes and work have been suspended for Thursday, November 2, 2017 for the commemoration of All Souls' Day:

• Cauayan City, Isabela - all levels, public and private; work, gov't and private
• Tacloban City - all levels, public and private; gov't work

Note: This is a developing story. Help us crowdsource class and work suspensions by sharing in the comments section or tweeting @mysummitexpress.

— The Summit Express

'Bagyong Ramil' PAGASA weather update November 1, 2017

MANILA, Philippines - The low pressure area (LPA) south southwest of Masbate City, Masbate has developed into a tropical depression and was named "Ramil," state weather bureau PAGASA said in its 5:00 a.m. update on Wednesday, November 1, 2017, a regular holiday for All Saint's Day (Undas).

Satellite image as of 6:30 a.m. on November 1, 2017. Image courtesy of DOST-PAGASA.

At 4:00 AM today, the center of Tropical Depression "Ramil" was estimated based on all available data at 115 km West of Roxas City, Capiz (11.7 °N, 121.7 °E).

'Bagyong Ramil' has maximum sustained winds of 45 kph near the center and gustiness of up to 70 kph. It is forecast to move West at 20 kph.

Forecast Positions:

• 24 Hour(Tomorrow morning): 245 km West of Coron, Palawan(11.8°N, 118.0°E)
• 48 Hour(Friday morning):120 km North Northeast of Pagasa Island, Palawan(12.0°N, 114.5°E)
• 72 Hour(Saturday morning): 245 km West Northwest of Pagasa Island, Palawan(12.1°N, 112.2°E)
• 96 Hour(Sunday morning):655 km West Northwest of Pagasa Island, Palawan(12.4°N, 108.3°E)

Tropical cyclone warning signal (TCWS) No. 1 (30-60kph expected in 36 hrs) was raised over three areas: Northern Palawan including Calamian Group of Islands (Luzon); Aklan and Antique (Visayas).

'Bagyong Ramil' is expected to traverse the Calamian Group of Island today. Residents under TCWS #1 including Metro Manila, Bicol region, CALABARZON, rest of MIMAROPA are advised to be alerted against possible flashfloods and landslides.

PAGASA added that the estimated rainfall amount is from moderate to occasionally heavy rains within the 200 km diameter of the tropical depression.

The weather central advised that sea travel is risky over the seaboards of Northern Luzon and the eastern seaboard of Central and Southern Luzon.

— The Summit Express

Filipinos Gear Up for #UNDAS2017 Exodus

MANILA, Philippines – With Undas now underway, many Filipinos have already begun their yearly journey by land, sea and air to visit their departed family members in their respective provinces. To make this year’s observance of Undas more organized, several government agencies, media, and private companies have turned to Twitter to issue news advisories and tips for the benefit of Filipinos celebrating this religious tradition. And as a live platform, Twitter has become a real-time source for Filipinos to find and share important information about the impact of #UNDAS2017 on public safety and traffic.

Photo Credit: BatangBaler.net

As millions more will be flocking to the different cemeteries in the next few days, Filipinos travelling to the final resting places of their departed should check out the Twitter accounts of key resources that provide latest updates on traffic and transportation conditions, as well as public safety announcements.

READ: Undas 2017 PAGASA weather forecast

Those traveling by car should expect heavy traffic because of the holidays and check the Twitter accounts of major tollway operators such as @SkywaySOMCO, @officialSLEX, NLEX and Star Tollway handle for any vehicular accidents or traffic updates. Motorists should also check the official Twitter account of the Metro Manila Development Authority (@MMDA) for alerts on number coding and road closures.

ADVISORY: Manila Police District (MPD) Traffic Advisory: Oplan Kaluluwa 2017. #mmda pic.twitter.com/M8VvQdqmLB

— Official MMDA (@MMDA) October 27, 2017

Coding is LIFTED on Oct. 31, 2017 EXCEPT Las Piñas. For Nov. 1, 2017, coding is LIFTED as well for Metro Manila including Las Piñas. #mmda

— Official MMDA (@MMDA) October 30, 2017

The Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA @MIAAGovPH) has been inspected for Undas-readiness and their Twitter account contains news about flight and airport conditions so those traveling by air may know if any disruption to their travel should be expected.

October 31, 2017 (Tuesday)
Cancelled flights due to bad weather

5J 325/326 Manila – Legaspi – Manila

5J - Cebu Pacific

— NAIA (@MIAAGovPH) October 31, 2017

The Philippine Coast Guard (@PhilCoastGuard1) monitors and reports passenger traffic in ports and sea conditions so those taking boats and ferries to their destinations should first check travel guidelines for safety and convenience.

OPLAN BIYAHENG AYOS: #Undas2017 Monitored passengers to all ports/piers as of 12noon today, October 31 (Total Outbound Passengers – 71,896)

— PhilippineCoastGuard (@PhilCoastGuard1) October 31, 2017

Several companies also pitched in to ensure the safety of #Undas2017. Motorists could check out the Twitter accounts of the top gasoline companies in the Philippines @CaltexPH, @Petron_Corp, and @Shell to find out the nearest petrol stations along their route and avoid running out of fuel in the middle of their journey.

With several sources of live Undas-related news updates on Twitter, Filipinos can have a smooth-sailing journey towards a more meaningful #UNDAS2017.

— The Summit Express

Undas 2017 PAGASA weather forecast

MANILA, Philippines - State weather bureau PAGASA is monitoring a Low Pressure Area (LPA) which affects parts of the country on "Undas" holidays - October 31 to November 2, 2017.

Satellite image as of October 31, 6:30 p.m. Photo credit: DOST-PAGASA

In the weather forecast as of 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 31, PAGASA said the LPA was estimated based on all available data at 60 km South Southwest of Masbate City, Masbate(11.9N, 123.4 E).

The LPA, not expected to intensify into a tropical depression, triggers cloudy skies with scattered rains and thunderstorms over the areas of Visayas, Bicol Region and the provinces of Marinduque, Romblon and Mindoro.

Meanwhile, northeast Monsoon is affecting Northern and Central Luzon as well as Metro Manila.

FORECAST WEATHER CONDITIONS
Place	Weather Condition	Caused by	Impacts
The provinces of Aurora, Quirino and Quezon	Cloudy skies withscattered rains and thunderstorms	Tail-end of Cold Front	Possible lightning and scattered light to moderate with occasional heavy rainswhich may cause flooding/landslides
Visayas, Bicol Region and the provinces of Marinduque, Romblon and Mindoro	Cloudy skies withscattered rains and thunderstorms	LPA / Tail-end of Cold Front	Possible lightning and light to moderate with occasional heavy rains which may cause flooding/landslides
Mindanao and Palawan	Partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rainshowers or thunderstorms	Localized thunderstorms	Possible isolated lighting, strong winds and occasional heavy rains
Metro Manila and the rest of Luzon	Cloudy skies with light rains	Northeast Monsoon	-

— The Summit Express