Continuation of Essential and Vital Services
- Agencies providing basic and health services must continue operations.
- Agencies involved in disaster preparedness, response, and management are required to maintain operations.
- Other agencies performing vital services essential to public welfare shall remain operational and offer necessary services despite the suspension.
Discretion for Private Companies and Schools
- Suspension of work for private companies, offices, and schools is not mandated.
- The decision to suspend operations in such private entities rests with their respective heads or management.
Immediate Effectivity and Legal Authority
- The memorandum circular is effective immediately upon issuance.
- Issued by the authority of the President through the Executive Secretary on August 23, 2022.
- Legal backing is grounded in ensuring public safety due to inclement weather risks as coordinated by NDRRMC recommendations.