MANILA – Parts of Mindanao are expected to experience scattered rains and thunderstorms due to the easterlies, while the northeast monsoon continues to affect other areas in the country, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) reported on Saturday.

In its early morning weather bulletin, PAGASA said the Davao Region, Caraga, and Soccsksargen will have cloudy skies with scattered rain showers and thunderstorms. Residents in these areas are advised to remain vigilant as moderate to heavy rains could cause flash floods or landslides.

Meanwhile, Metro Manila, the Ilocos and Cordillera regions, Cagayan Valley, Central Luzon, and Calabarzon will experience partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated light rains brought by the northeast monsoon.

For the rest of the country, partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms are expected due to the influence of the easterlies.

PAGASA also noted that moderate winds and seas will prevail over Northern and Central Luzon, while the rest of the country will experience light to moderate winds with slight to moderate seas.

The public is encouraged to stay updated on weather advisories and take necessary precautions during rainfall.

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MANILA – Luzon and much of Mindanao are set to experience rain on Friday (24 jan 2025), driven by the northeast monsoon and easterlies, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).

Benison Estareja of PAGASA explained that the easterlies are causing cloud clusters off the east of Mindanao, leading to widespread rain across the island.

Residents are advised to carry umbrellas, as scattered showers and thunderstorms will affect regions like Caraga, Davao, Soccsksargen, Catanduanes, Northern Samar, Eastern Samar, Basilan, Sulu, and Tawi-Tawi.

Estareja also urged caution, warning of potential floods or landslides from moderate to heavy rains in these areas.

The northeast monsoon will bring rains over Batanes and isolated light showers across the Ilocos and Cordillera regions, Central Luzon, and Cagayan Valley. The rest of the country will experience isolated rain showers or thunderstorms.

Overall, light to moderate winds and slight to moderate coastal conditions will persist across the archipelago. No low-pressure areas are currently being monitored for tropical cyclone formation.

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EXPLORES LIFE-ENABLING APPLICATIONS ACROSS SECTORS

Globe installed 41 more 5G sites across Visayas and Mindanao in 2023 in line with its strategic rollout of the technology, as it continues to test for certain applications that will enable Filipinos across social classes.

Globe added 27 more sites in Visayas and 14 new ones in Mindanao last year, as part of its broader initiative to enhance digital connectivity in the areas of health, education, finance, and entertainment.

Visayas, a vibrant and culturally rich region in the heart of the Philippines, is known for its vital contributions to the country’s economy through its robust industry and services sector.

Globe’s investment in the region’s digital infrastructure aligns with the national government’s economic targets and the forward-looking Digital Philippines initiative, guaranteeing widespread access to technological benefits for all.

Meanwhile, Mindanao, the second-largest island in the Philippines, is renowned for its vast natural resources and burgeoning economic potential. The region is currently undergoing significant transformation, evolving into a critical economic zone.

In 2023, Globe attained 92.36% outdoor coverage in key Visayas and Mindanao cities and 97.90% in the National Capital Region. This facilitated over 5.8 million devices connecting to Globe’s 5G network in December alone, a testament to the company’s relentless pursuit of technological advancement and superior service delivery.

In the face of challenges posed by market conditions and the ongoing search for viable 5G use cases, Globe has maintained a strategic approach to its network expansion. The company’s sustained spending on new 5G sites underscores its commitment to sustainable growth and the responsible deployment of technology.

“Our 5G expansion in Visayas in Mindanao is a major milestone in our journey towards creating a truly digital Philippines. We are not only enhancing connectivity for Filipinos but also enabling a myriad of opportunities for businesses, communities, and the country as a whole,” said Joel Agustin, Globe’s Senior Vice President for Network Planning and Engineering.

As Globe continues to push the boundaries of digital connectivity, its commitment to bringing the benefits of advanced technologies to Filipinos everywhere remains unwavering. To learn more about how the company paves the way for a more connected and digitally empowered Philippines, visit https://www.globe.com.ph/.

By Liezelle Soriano

MANILA — Vice President Sara Duterte-Carpio has vehemently condemned the recent bombing in Mindanao, emphasizing the alarming nature of the attack.

The incident, which took place on Sunday (03 Dec 2023), resulted in injuries to several individuals and claimed the lives of four people. The bombing occurred during a Holy Mass at the Mindanao State University gymnasium.

“The casualties and the wounded are civilians. It is alarming that this happened within the MSU compound, in a Catholic church — in a region with a long and bloody history of terrorism,” remarked Duterte-Carpio.

“We are familiar with the fear and pain brought about by this heinous act. We must stand resilient in the face of challenges and the ongoing threat of terrorism,” she added.

The Vice President extended her heartfelt condolences to the families affected by the incident, stating, “I empathize with the families of the victims of the bomb explosion inside Mindanao State University in Marawi City this Sunday.”

“Simultaneously, we strongly condemn the act of bombing and those individuals or groups responsible for it,” Duterte-Carpio said.

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