MAYOR Alfred S. Romualdez has ordered the suspension of classes at all levels, in both public and private schools, in Tacloban City on Monday, January 5, 2026.

The suspension comes as continuous rainfall has caused flooding in several parts of the city, due to the ongoing shear line affecting Eastern Visayas.

“The decision was made due to continuous rainfall and flooding in several areas of the city caused by the ongoing shear line affecting Eastern Visayas,” the Tacloban City Information Office said.

An Executive Order formalizing the class suspension is expected to be issued.

Across the region, the shear line has also brought moderate to heavy rains over the Visayas and Palawan, causing flooding and landslides in various parts of Eastern Visayas.