House suspends work for October 23, Wednesday, due to Kristine

Inquirer files

MANILA, Philippines — Work at the House of Representatives for Wednesday, October 23, has been suspended due to inclement weather, Secretary General Reginald Velasco said.

Velasco in an advisory early Wednesday morning, said that the only essential personnel as deemed by offices are required to report to the office due to a looming threat from Tropical Storm Kristine

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“In view of the inclement weather brought about by Tropical Storm Kristine, work in the House of Representatives is hereby suspended on October 23, 2024,” Velasco said.

“Only essential personnel as determined by their respective Deputy Secretaries General or the Sergeant-at-Arms shall render service. Please stay inside your homes and keep safe, dry and warm,” he added.

Earlier, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration reported that Kristine slightly intensified as it moved over the Bicol region.

Tropical Cyclone Wind Signals (TCWS) No. 1 and 2 had been issued in various areas across the country.

Pagasa, in its Tuesday afternoon update, said Kristine was last spotted some 390 kilometers east of Daet, Camarines Norte, and moving west-northwest at 15 kilometers per hour (km/h).

Its maximum wind speed increased from 65 kilometers per hour (km/h) near the center to 75 km/h, while gustiness likewise increased from 80 km/h to 90 km/h.