Walang Pasok: Class suspensions for August 20 due to Taal vog
MANILA, Philippines — Some local government units announced the suspension of in-person classes for Tuesday due to Taal's persistent emission of volcanic smog, also known as vog.
Vog, composed of fine droplets laden with volcanic gases, including sulfur dioxide, can be hazardous to human health. It is known to cause irritation to the eyes, throat and respiratory tract.
Phivolcs has kept Taal Volcano at Alert Level 1, indicating ongoing unrest without an imminent eruption.
Here's a list of cities, municipalities and provinces that have suspended onsite classes for Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024:
Batangas Province
Cavite Province
Rizal Province
Laguna Province (all levels, public and private)
Meanwhile, classes, both in person and online, are suspended in the following areas:
Cavite Province
Occidental Mindoro
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