Rains hit Metro Manila

August 2, 2019

A low pressure area and the southwest monsoon are causing rains in Metro Manila that led mayors to suspend classes in all levels and work in some local government offices. 

In a report, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administrator said at 3 am, a low pressure area was estimated at 915 kilometers east of  Virac, Catanduanes.

A southwest monsoon is affecting the western section of Luzon including Metro Manila, it added. DMS