ITCZ Brings Risk of Flash Floods and Landslides
The Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) is currently influencing weather conditions across the Philippines, prompting warnings about potential flash floods and landslides. Local weather authorities have urged communities to stay vigilant as scattered heavy rains take place in several regions.
Cloudy skies with occasional heavy showers are expected over the Visayas, Zamboanga Peninsula, Northern Mindanao, Caraga, Davao Region, and parts of Luzon including Oriental Mindoro, Occidental Mindoro, Marinduque, Romblon, Palawan, Albay, Sorsogon, and Masbate. These areas are particularly vulnerable due to the ongoing effects of the ITCZ.
Weather Outlook for Mindanao and Other Regions
Meanwhile, much of Mindanao will experience partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms, also attributed to the ITCZ. The rest of the country will enjoy generally warm and humid mornings because of easterly winds.
Although the morning may be dry in many places, isolated rain showers or thunderstorms could develop in the afternoon or evening because of localized weather disturbances. These sudden storms may cause flash floods or landslides, especially in mountainous or low-lying areas.
Public Advisory and Safety Measures
Authorities have emphasized the need for public alertness. Severe thunderstorms could bring dangerous flash floods and landslides, which pose risks to life and property. Community leaders and local experts advise residents in affected regions to monitor weather updates closely and prepare for possible emergencies.
Residents are encouraged to clear drainage systems, avoid crossing swollen rivers, and secure loose materials around their homes. Evacuation plans should be reviewed and practiced where necessary to ensure safety during extreme weather events.
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