MANILA – Several areas in Luzon remain under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal (TCWS) No. 2 as Tropical Storm Enteng (international name Yagi) continues to move over the West Philippine Sea, according to the latest advisory from the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).
As of 4 a.m. Tuesday, PAGASA reported that Enteng’s center was located near Batac City in Ilocos Norte, with maximum sustained winds of 75 kilometers per hour (kph) and gusts reaching up to 125 kph. The storm is moving northwest at a speed of 25 kph.
Affected Areas
TCWS No. 2 remains in effect over several regions, including Ilocos Norte, parts of Ilocos Sur, Apayao, Abra, Kalinga, and portions of Mainland Cagayan, including the Babuyan Islands. These areas can expect gale-force winds, which may cause damage to structures and disrupt daily activities.
Meanwhile, areas under TCWS No. 1, including the rest of Ilocos Sur, parts of La Union, Mountain Province, Ifugao, and Benguet, among others, are also bracing for strong winds and heavy rainfall.
Monsoon Rains
The storm is also enhancing the southwest monsoon, locally known as “habagat,” bringing strong winds and heavy rains to a wider swath of the country, including Metro Manila, Calabarzon, Mimaropa, and parts of the Visayas. PAGASA warns that the western portions of Luzon could experience particularly intense rainfall over the next three days.
Sea Travel Advisory
PAGASA has issued a gale warning for the seaboards of Northern Luzon and the eastern seaboard of Central Luzon, advising against sea travel for small vessels and motorbancas due to rough seas. Mariners are urged to exercise extreme caution, and if possible, avoid venturing out to sea under these conditions.
Slight to moderate sea conditions are expected over the eastern seaboards of the Visayas and Mindanao, but caution is still advised.
The public is encouraged to stay informed through official channels as the situation develops and to take necessary precautions to ensure safety.
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