Heavy rains in NCR and Luzon spark warnings
Heavy rains in NCR and Luzon are currently causing intense weather conditions across Metro Manila and eight provinces in Luzon this Saturday afternoon, local authorities said. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) issued an advisory at 4:37 p.m. warning of intense to torrential rain showers accompanied by lightning and strong winds.
These severe weather conditions are expected to continue for the next two hours in Metro Manila and nearby provinces. Residents are urged to stay alert and prepare for possible hazards.
Areas under intense rainfall advisory
- Metro Manila: Quezon City, Manila, Caloocan, Valenzuela, Malabon, Navotas, Muntinlupa, Marikina, Mandaluyong, San Juan
- Cavite: Ternate, Naic, Tanza, Maragondon, Rosario, Noveleta, General Trias, Cavite City, Kawit, Dasmarinas, Bacoor, Imus
- Bulacan: Obando, Meycauayan, Marilao, Bulakan, Santa Maria, Bocaue, San Miguel, San Ildefonso
- Nueva Ecija: Cabanatuan, Santa Rosa, San Antonio, Talavera, Santo Domingo, Aliaga, Quezon
- Tarlac: Concepcion
- Zambales: San Felipe, San Narciso, Cabangan, Botolan, San Marcelino, Candelaria
- Pampanga: Candaba, Magalang, Arayat
- Quezon: Mauban
- Batangas: Tuy
Moderate to heavy rains forecast nearby
Additionally, moderate to heavy rain showers with lightning and strong winds are forecast in several other areas within the next two hours, according to the weather bureau. Citizens are advised to take necessary precautions against risks such as flash floods and landslides.
Local leaders remind everyone: “All are advised to take precautionary measures against the impacts associated with these hazards which include flash floods and landslides.” This reminder highlights the seriousness of the ongoing weather disturbances.
Weather dynamics affecting the Philippines
Pagasa’s morning forecast explained that Luzon is currently influenced by the easterlies—warm winds blowing from the Pacific Ocean. Meanwhile, the intertropical convergence zone (ITCZ), where winds from the Northern and Southern Hemispheres meet, is impacting the Visayas and Mindanao regions.
Residents across these areas are encouraged to monitor weather updates and stay vigilant as the rainy season progresses.
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