The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has issued its weather forecast for June 22, 2024, highlighting the impacts of the Southwest Monsoon on various regions in the country.
SYNOPSIS: The Southwest Monsoon continues to affect the western sections of Southern Luzon and the Visayas.
Forecast Weather Conditions:
Western Visayas, Zamboanga Peninsula, Basilan, Sulu, Tawi-Tawi, Occidental Mindoro, and Palawan:
- Weather Condition: Expect cloudy skies with scattered rain showers and thunderstorms.
- Caused By: The Southwest Monsoon.
- Impacts: Moderate to heavy rains may lead to flash floods or landslides.
Metro Manila, CALABARZON, the rest of MIMAROPA, Zambales, and Bataan:
- Weather Condition: The areas will experience partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms.
- Caused By: The Southwest Monsoon.
- Impacts: Severe thunderstorms may cause flash floods or landslides.
The rest of the country:
- Weather Condition: Expect partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms.
- Caused By: Localized thunderstorms.
- Impacts: Flash floods or landslides are possible during severe thunderstorms.
Forecast Wind and Coastal Water Conditions:
Western sections of Luzon and Visayas:
- Wind Speed: Light to moderate winds.
- Wind Direction: Southwest to South.
- Coastal Waters: Expect slight to moderate conditions with wave heights ranging from 0.6 to 2.1 meters.
Specific Area Forecasts:
Palawan (including Kalayaan Islands), Western Visayas, and Occidental Mindoro:
- Weather Condition: These areas will experience cloudy skies with scattered rain showers and thunderstorms due to the Southwest Monsoon.
- Wind: Light to moderate winds from the southwest to southeast.
- Seas: Slight to moderate.
Rest of Visayas:
- Weather Condition: Partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms due to localized thunderstorms.
- Wind: Light to moderate winds from the southwest to southeast.
- Seas: Slight to moderate.
General Flood Advisories (Issued at 6 AM, June 22, 2024): PAGASA has issued flood advisories for the following regions:
- BARMM (Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao)
- Region 4B (MIMAROPA)
- Region 6 (Western Visayas)
- Region 10 (Northern Mindanao)
- Region 11 (Davao Region)
- Region 13 (CARAGA)
Residents in these areas are advised to take necessary precautions against potential flooding and landslides, particularly those living in low-lying and mountainous regions.
PAGASA continues to monitor the weather conditions and urges the public to stay updated through their official channels. Always be prepared and prioritize safety, especially during the rainy season when weather patterns can rapidly change.