The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has released its weather forecast for July 27, 2024. At 3:00 AM today, a Low Pressure Area (LPA) was observed at approximately 1,035 km east of Southeastern Mindanao, positioned at 6.5°N latitude and 135.0°E longitude. The Southwest Monsoon is significantly affecting Luzon and Visayas. Forecast Weather … Read more
Motorists using the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) should prepare for heavy traffic on July 27 as Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) celebrates its 110th anniversary. The event, which will be held at Ciudad de Victoria, is expected to attract many participants, significantly affecting the flow of traffic along NLEX. The NLEX Corporation has issued an advisory … Read more
As the southwest monsoon, intensified by Tropical Storm #CarinaPH, continues to bring heavy rains and strong winds across the Philippines, several local government units have announced class suspensions for Friday, July 26, 2024. The following areas have declared suspensions for all levels in both public and private schools to ensure the safety of students and … Read more
The Low-Pressure Area (LPA) was estimated at 1,035 km East of Southeastern Mindanao (6.3°N, 135.0°E). The Southwest Monsoon is currently affecting the regions of Luzon and Visayas. An active tropical cyclone outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) has been observed. Severe Tropical Storm Gaemi, formerly known as “Carina,” is located 615 km North Northwest … Read more
On Thursday, July 25, 2024, a new low-pressure area (LPA) was recorded within the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR), according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA). The LPA formed around 2:00 PM and was located 985 kilometers east of Southeastern Mindanao. Despite the formation of the new LPA, PAGASA emphasized that … Read more
Education Secretary Sonny Angara addressed the public on Thursday, July 25, 2024, regarding the impact of Typhoon Carina and the enhanced southwest monsoon on public schools. In light of the severe disruptions caused by these weather events, Angara confirmed that schools heavily affected by the typhoon and monsoon will not be compelled to start classes … Read more
Following widespread flooding caused by the “Carina”-enhanced southwest monsoon, a group of teachers has called on President Marcos and newly appointed Department of Education (DepEd) Secretary Sonny Angara to postpone the opening of the School Year (SY) 2024-2025. The school year is scheduled to start next week. On Thursday, July 25, the Teachers’ Dignity Coalition … Read more
A recent post from a seemingly fake news Pedler Facebook page named Philippine Weather Alert has been causing alarm among citizens still recovering from the devastation brought by Super Typhoon Carina. The post stated, “#UPDATE: Isang cloud cluster ang binabantayan sa labas ng Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR). Ayon sa ibang mga weather models, may … Read more
In response to the severe impact of Super Typhoon Carina, a price freeze on essential goods has been implemented in Metro Manila following the declaration of a state of calamity. Trade Secretary Alfredo Pascual announced the immediate enforcement of this measure to protect consumers from potential price gouging during this critical period. “The price freeze, … Read more
Metro Manila and several areas in Luzon are under close watch as the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) issued rainfall warnings and flood advisories due to the enhanced southwest monsoon (Habagat) on Wednesday evening. Areas under the orange rainfall warning, including Zambales, Bataan, Pampanga, and Tarlac, are expected to receive between 15 … Read more