Make this your preferred source to get more updates from this publisher on Google. Malacañang on Wednesday announced the suspension of government work and classes at all levels in Metro Manila and several areas in Luzon on Thursday, August 6, due to heavy rainfall brought by Tropical Storm Maymay and the Southwest Monsoon (Habagat). The Palace said local chief executives in areas not covered by the directive may suspend work and classes in their respective jurisdictions in accordance with existing laws, rules, and regulations. "Agencies involved in the delivery of basic and health services, preparedness/response to disasters and calamities, and/or performance of other vital services are hereby directed to continue their operations and render the necessary services," the Palace said in Memorandum Circular No. The Palace said work suspension in the private sector is left to the discretion of the heads of establishments.