MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang Monday suspended government work and classes for Tuesday, January 14, in Batangas, the province worst hit by Taal Volcano's explosion. Work in Metro Manila and Central Luzon will resume Tuesday while the suspension of classes in these areas was left to the discretion of the local governments. "Work in government in the NCR (National Capital Region) and Region 3 shall resume tomorrow. The suspension of classes and work in Batangas does not cover frontline response agencies involved in disaster response, delivery of basic and health service, and other vital services. Duterte to visit areas affected by eruptionPresident Rodrigo Duterte said he would visit the areas affected by the Taal Volcano explosion Tuesday.

Source: Philippine Star January 13, 2020 14:26 UTC