Cebu City has been placed under red alert at 5:10 p.m. on Sunday, November 2, as local authorities brace for the potential impact of Severe Tropical Storm “Tino.”
Mayor Nestor Archival said the declaration was made due to the imminent threat to lives and property posed by the storm.
Under the red alert status, all disaster response units across the city and barangays, including rescue teams, have been fully activated to ensure a swift and coordinated emergency response.
The City Command Center and the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) will operate round-the-clock to monitor the situation and respond to incidents as they unfold.
Pre-emptive evacuations have already begun in flood- and landslide-prone areas, while residents are urged to stay indoors and remain alert for further advisories.
Classes in both public and private schools across Cebu City have been suspended from November 3 to 5 to ensure the safety of students, teachers, and school personnel.
The city government also encouraged private companies and establishments to follow red alert protocols, including flexible work arrangements, to allow employees to prepare for the incoming storm.