According to storm news, the latest low pressure from the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA), a low pressure has officially made landfall in the Philippines.
As of 8:00 PM on June 29 (local time), the center of the low pressure was located at about 12.8 degrees North latitude - 123.3 degrees East longitude, over the sea and land of Claveria, Masbate.
The strongest wind near the center of the low pressure reached 30 km/h. PAGASA forecasts that the low pressure is highly likely to strengthen into a tropical depression or storm in the next 24 hours.
It is forecast that from now until the evening of June 30, the circulation of the low pressure area will cause heavy rain in many areas. Accordingly, common rainfall of 50-100 mm occurs in Occidental Mindoro, Oriental Mindoro, Marinduque, Romblon, Sorsogon, Albay, Masbate, Aklan, Capiz, Northern Samar, Eastern Samar, Samar and Biliran.
In the period from the evening of June 30 to the evening of July 1, rain of 50-100 mm continues to affect Palawan, Occidental Mindoro and Oriental Mindoro. In the period from the evening of July 1 to the evening of July 2, rain of the same intensity will still be maintained in Occidental Mindoro and Palawan.
PAGASA warns that actual rainfall may be higher in mountainous and high-lying areas. Prolonged rain combined with accumulated rainfall from previous days may increase the risk of localized flooding, especially in urban areas, low-lying areas and riverside areas, and increase the risk of landslides in areas with weak geology or high risk.
People and tourists planning to travel to the Philippines or areas with low pressure passing through this time should pay attention to weather forecasts. Check flight schedules and follow local instructions to avoid storms affecting your journey.
