MANILA — In a recent bulletin, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) reported that the combination of the northeast monsoon in Northern Luzon and the easterlies affecting Southern Luzon and the Visayas is expected to bring isolated to scattered rain showers and thunderstorms across the country.
According to PAGASA’s 4 a.m. update, the northeast monsoon will result in cloudy skies with rains specifically over Batanes and the Babuyan Islands.
Meanwhile, the easterlies will bring cloudy conditions with scattered rain showers and thunderstorms over various areas, including mainland Cagayan, Isabela, Aurora, Bulacan, Rizal, Laguna, Quezon, Bicol Region, Eastern Visayas, Caraga, and Davao Region.
PAGASA issued a warning about the possibility of flash floods or landslides in these regions during moderate to heavy rains.
The weather bureau also cautioned that severe thunderstorms could lead to flash floods or landslides in vulnerable areas.
For Metro Manila and the rest of the country, partly cloudy to cloudy skies are expected with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms, attributed to the easterlies or localized thunderstorms.
Moderate to rough winds and moderate to rough coastal waters are anticipated over Luzon, while Visayas and Mindanao will experience light to moderate winds and slight to moderate seas.
PAGASA provided temperature forecasts for key cities: Metro Manila (25°C to 32°C), Baguio City (17°C to 25°C), Laoag City (24°C to 34°C), Legazpi City (25°C to 29°C), Metro Cebu (26°C to 30°C), Puerto Princesa City (26°C to 32°C), and Metro Davao (26°C to 32°C). Residents are advised to stay informed and take precautions, especially in areas prone to flooding and landslides.
(JR AMIGO/AI/MNM)
