Manila, July 25 -- The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) extended the deadlines for filing tax returns, paying taxes, and submitting required documents in areas affected by tropical cyclones Crising, Dante, and Emong, coupled with the enhanced southwest monsoon or "habagat."

In a statement Friday, the BIR said the relief applies to taxpayers in Metro Manila and the provinces of Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, La Union, Pangasinan, Abra, Apayao, Benguet, Ifugao, Kalinga, Mountain Province, and Cagayan, which were recently affected by the weather systems.

"We understand the challenges that come with severe weather conditions. Part of our drive for Excellent Taxpayer Service is listening and adjusting to the realities faced by taxpayers. Stay saf...