Walang pasok: How rainfall warnings and typhoon signals trigger class suspensions

Teka Teka reporter Hannah Grace sits down with geoscientist and educator Ricarido Saturay Jr. to unpack the science, policies, and practical realities behind class suspensions in the Philippines.

Why do we still get false alarms — no classes but no rain? What’s the difference between a tropical cyclone signal and an orange or red rainfall warning? How can local governments, teachers, and parents make better decisions to keep students safe without sacrificing precious classroom time?

We break down PAGASA weather forecasts, DepEd suspension rules, and how to understand the rainfall warnings that affect daily life. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, student, or local official, this conversation will help you know when it really makes sense to cancel classes — and when it doesn’t.

Sir Ric also wrote op-ed articles on this topic, which you can read here and here.

This episode is engineered by Anthony Tobias. Jaemark Tordecilla is our editor-at-large.

Disclaimer: The views expressed herein are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions and positions of PSHS and UP Diliman.

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