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LEGAZPI CITY — Government work and classes in Catanduanes remained suspended on Monday after the extensive damage caused by Super Typhoon Pepito (international name: Man-yi).
Gov. Joseph Cua said the suspension would allow government offices and employees to recover from the impact of the typhoon.
Article continues after this advertisementHowever, personnel involved in emergency response and essential services were instructed to continue their operations.
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Cua advised local government units (LGUs) to consider implementing localized suspensions as necessary, depending on the severity of the damage in their areas.
Article continues after this advertisementPepito made its landfall in Panganiban town at 9:40 p.m. on Saturday, causing widespread destruction. Telecommunication and power lines were toppled, and many homes were left in ruins.
Article continues after this advertisementAn initial assessment revealed that the towns of Bagamanoc, Pandan, Gigmoto, Panganiban, Caramoran, and parts of Baras were severely affected.
Article continues after this advertisementSeveral roads remained impassable due to fallen tree branches, landslides, and other debris.
Some families continued to stay in evacuation centers as their homes were either heavily damaged or destroyed by flooding and strong winds. INQ
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