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Santa Cruz Mayor Edgar San Luis issued the suspension order through a Facebook post.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n San Luis said the suspension of classes and work was to ensure the safety of the students, teachers, government workers and the citizens while authorities are conducting an investigation.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n \u201cToday, a message has been circulating on social media regarding a supposed bomb threat in our town. As a precautionary measure, classes in all levels\u2014both public and private\u2014are suspended, along with the temporary halt of operations at the local government while authorities investigate the matter,\u201d San Luis said.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n The mayor also urged the public to remain calm and avoid spreading unverified information.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n \u201cWe encourage everyone not to believe or share unofficial reports. In situations like this, false information can cause unnecessary fear, panic, and danger,\u201d the mayor said.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n \u201cWe will not tolerate anyone spreading false information that causes fear in our community. Those responsible will be held accountable,\u201d the mayor added.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n A message that circulated on social media claimed that bombs had been planted in several capitol facilities and schools by an unidentified group.<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n The explosives were reportedly placed in trash bins in offices and facilities, and are set to explode within a few hours.<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Col. Ricardo Dalmacia, Laguna Provincial Director, immediately ordered the deployment of K9 Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Unit to conduct thorough sweeps of local government offices and educational institutions. <\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Dalmacia said the move is part of precautionary measures to ensure the safety and security of residents, employees, and students while the threat remains unverified.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Meanwhile, Governor-elect Sol Aragones issued a strong warning to those responsible for the bomb scare that they will face the full force of the law.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Aragones said authorities are now tracing the source of the message that circulated on social media and various chat groups. <\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n She said such threats are being taken seriously and that the police are working diligently to identify and apprehend those involved.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n \u201cI strongly warn those behind this bomb threat \u2013 do not attempt to disrupt the scheduled activities, especially on the day of my oathtaking, where I will officially assume office as the governor of Laguna,\u201d Aragones declared.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n According to Aragones, no attempt to sow fear or disorder will be tolerated, particularly during a time of peaceful transition and public service. <\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Authorities continue to assure the public that all necessary precautions are in place to ensure safety and order in the province.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n In a social media post, outgoing Laguna Gov. Ramil Hernandez, said that according to the initial report from the EOD (Explosive Ordnance Disposal) Unit, the bomb threat was just a hoax.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" CLASSES and government work on Wednesday were suspended due to a bomb threat in Santa Cruz, Laguna. 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