Tropical Depression Crising Set to Strengthen
Tropical Depression Crising is forecasted to intensify into a tropical storm by early Friday morning, sources said. The system currently carries winds reaching up to 55 kilometers per hour (kph) near its center, with gusts hitting as high as 70 kph.
Experts warned that Crising will continue to strengthen, moving steadily toward the tropical storm category. “Crising is forecast to reach Tropical Storm category tomorrow early morning. It will continue to intensify until it reaches Severe Tropical Storm category by Saturday morning or afternoon,” local authorities noted.
Current Position and Movement
The tropical depression was last located approximately 460 kilometers east of Baler, Aurora. It is moving northwest at a speed of 15 kph, steadily advancing over the next 24 hours.
Possible Landfall and Path
Crising is expected to maintain a northwestward trajectory. A possible landfall over mainland Cagayan or the Babuyan Islands by tomorrow afternoon or evening remains likely, sources added. Residents in these areas are advised to stay alert and monitor updates closely.
Authorities continue to track the system carefully as it intensifies and approaches land, urging preparedness and caution among affected communities.
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