Moderate to Heavy Rain Showers Forecast Across Luzon
Authorities have issued warnings about moderate to heavy rain showers expected over Metro Manila and nine provinces in Luzon this Saturday afternoon. The state weather bureau emphasized that these weather conditions will persist and could bring significant impacts to affected areas.
Areas Under Thunderstorm Advisory
In a thunderstorm advisory released late afternoon, officials reported that moderate to heavy rains accompanied by lightning and strong winds will affect the following locations within the next two hours:
- Metro Manila
- Bataan
- Tarlac
- Pampanga
- Nueva Ecija
- Bulacan
- Rizal
- Laguna
- Cavite
- Batangas
Current Weather Conditions in Nearby Areas
Additionally, community members said that areas in Quezon province, including Tagkawayan, San Francisco, and San Andres, as well as parts of Zambales such as Botolan, Iba, Palauig, Masinloc, Candelaria, and Santa Cruz, are presently experiencing these weather disturbances. These conditions may continue for the next two hours and could extend to nearby localities.
Precautionary Measures Advised
Officials urged residents to take necessary precautions against the hazards linked to these weather events. They highlighted risks such as flash floods and landslides, which can pose serious threats to safety and property. “All are advised to take precautionary measures against the impacts associated with these hazards, which include flash floods and landslides,” local authorities stated.
Developing Weather Systems in Mindanao
Meanwhile, meteorological sources noted that a low-pressure area east of Southern Mindanao has intensified. It now carries a high probability of developing into a cyclone within the next 24 hours, signaling the need for continued vigilance in the southern regions.
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