Suspension of Work in Government Offices in Certain Areas Due to Typhoon "Isang"
Memorandum Circular No. 178, issued on July 17, 2009, suspends work in government offices due to the severe weather conditions caused by typhoon "Isang" in areas under Public Storm Warning Signal Numbers 1 and 2, including the National Capital Region and adjacent provinces. Essential agencies responsible for basic and health services, disaster preparedness, and vital public services are required to maintain their operations. The directive is effective immediately.
Law Information
- Reference Number
- Memorandum Circular No. 178
- Date Enacted
- Category
- Presidential Issuances
- Subcategory
- Memorandum Circulars
- Jurisdiction
- Philippines
- Enacting Body
- Congress of the Philippines
Full Law Text
July 17, 2009
MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. 178
Upon the recommendation of the National Disaster Coordinating Council (NDCC) and in view of the continuing inclement weather brought about by typhoon "Isang", work in government offices in areas under Public Storm Warning Signal Numbers 2 and 1, including the National Capital Region and nearby provinces is hereby suspended today, Friday, 17 July 2009.
However, those agencies whose functions involve the delivery of basic and health services, preparedness/response to disasters and calamities, and/or the performance of other vital public services shall continue with their operations and render the necessary services.
This Circular shall take effect immediately.
Manila, July 17, 2009.
Cite This Law
Suspension of Work in Government Offices in Certain Areas Due to Typhoon "Isang", Memorandum Circular No. 178, Jul 17, 2009 (Philippines)
Suspension of Work in Government Offices in Certain Areas Due to Typhoon "Isang", Memorandum Circular No. 178 (Phil. 2009)
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