MANILA – Severe Tropical Storm Enteng (Yagi) exited the Philippine Area of Responsibility on Wednesday, but its impact continues as heavy rain showers have caused La Mesa Dam in Quezon City to overflow, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).

As of 7 a.m., PAGASA reported that the dam’s water level had reached 80.19 meters, surpassing its spilling level of 80.15 meters. The average basin rainfall over the past 12 hours has been moderate to heavy, with forecasts predicting that rainfall will remain moderate to occasionally heavy over the next 12 hours.

The overflow from La Mesa Dam poses a significant risk to areas along the Tullahan River, affecting communities in Quezon City, Valenzuela, and Malabon. Residents in low-lying areas and near riverbanks have been advised to take necessary precautions and prepare for potential flooding.

Despite the exit of Tropical Storm Enteng, the southwest monsoon continues to bring strong to gale-force winds to various parts of Luzon, including the Ilocos Region, Abra, Benguet, Isabela, Zambales, Bataan, Aurora, Bulacan, Metro Manila, Calabarzon, Mimaropa, Bicol Region, Western Visayas, Negros Island, and Northern Samar.

The southwest monsoon is also expected to bring heavy rainfall to Ilocos Norte and Ilocos Sur, with other areas across Luzon, particularly in the western section, likely to experience moderate to intense rainfall.

A gale warning remains in effect for the northern and western seaboards of Northern Luzon, as well as the western seaboards of Central and Southern Luzon. PAGASA has cautioned that sea travel is highly risky for small seacrafts, including motor bancas, due to moderate to rough sea conditions.

For mariners of small seacrafts and similarly-sized vessels, PAGASA strongly advises against venturing out to sea under these conditions. Precautionary measures should be taken if navigation is unavoidable.

As the weather situation continues to develop, PAGASA urges the public to stay informed and follow official advisories to ensure safety.

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