MANILA – The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has issued a warning as rainfall continues to affect most parts of the country due to three major weather systems.

On Tuesday (11 Feb 2025), the weather bureau reported that several areas will remain under the influence of these systems, which are expected to bring widespread rains, thunderstorms, and heightened risks of flash floods and landslides.

The shear line, which is causing scattered rain and isolated thunderstorms, will impact the Visayas, Bicol Region, Mimaropa, Quezon, and Aurora. Additionally, Caraga and Davao will experience scattered rains and thunderstorms, primarily due to the easterlies.

PAGASA has highlighted the possibility of moderate to heavy rainfall in these regions, warning that this could lead to flash floods or landslides, particularly in areas prone to such conditions.

Meanwhile, the northeast monsoon, also known as “amihan,” will bring overcast skies and light to moderate rains across Metro Manila, Cagayan Valley, the Cordillera Administrative Region, and the rest of Central Luzon and Calabarzon. Isolated light rains are also expected in the rest of Luzon.

In Mindanao, the easterlies will continue to bring isolated rainshowers and thunderstorms, though the impact is expected to be less severe compared to other regions.

In terms of wind conditions, PAGASA forecasts moderate to strong winds and moderate to rough seas over Luzon and the Visayas. For Mindanao, light to moderate winds are expected, along with slight to moderate seas.

As of the latest update, PAGASA has confirmed that no low-pressure area is being monitored for possible tropical cyclone formation.

Citizens in affected areas are advised to stay updated on the latest weather advisories and take precautions against potential weather-related hazards.

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BACOLOD CITY – Heavy rains and floods, exacerbated by Tropical Storm Ferdie, have displaced 13,509 families in Negros Occidental, including Bacolod City.

The southwest monsoon, intensified by Ferdie, has caused significant flooding since Friday (13 Sept 2024) night.

According to the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (PDRRMC), 13,115 families, totaling 42,702 individuals, are affected across 65 villages in 15 local government units (LGUs). The provincial government is actively monitoring the situation and coordinating with LGUs for necessary aid.

As of Saturday (14 Sept 2024) afternoon, 1,321 families (4,340 people) are sheltering in evacuation centers, while 197 families (638 individuals) are staying with relatives or in temporary accommodations.

The municipalities of Pulupandan, San Enrique, Valladolid, Pontevedra, Hinigaran, Isabela, La Castellana, Moises Padilla, Ilog, Cauayan, and Hinoba-an, along with the cities of Bago, Himamaylan, Kabankalan, and Sipalay, are among the affected areas.

In Bacolod City alone, the Department of Social Services and Development has evacuated 1,382 individuals from 394 families across 10 villages.

As of 3 p.m. Saturday, 234 families (707 people) remain in evacuation centers.

The affected barangays include 39, Alijis, Handumanan, Sum-ag, Pahanocoy, Cabug, Taculing, Singcang-Airport, Punta Taytay, and Mansilingan.

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