The center of Tropical Depression “AGHON” is approximately 350 km east of Hinatuan, Surigao del Sur, at coordinates 8.3°N, 129.5°E. With maximum sustained winds of 45 km/h near its center and gustiness up to 55 km/h, TD Aghon is moving west-northwestward at 30 km/h. This system, along with prevailing easterlies, is significantly influencing weather conditions across the country.
Forecast Weather Conditions
Eastern Samar and Dinagat Islands: These areas will experience rains accompanied by gusty winds due to TD Aghon. The rainfall is expected to be moderate to heavy, raising concerns about possible flooding and landslides. While the strong winds pose a minimal to minor threat to lives and properties, caution is advised.
Bicol Region, Northern Mindanao, Davao Region, and the rest of Visayas and Caraga: These regions can expect cloudy skies with scattered rain showers and thunderstorms, also attributed to TD Aghon. The rain intensity may vary from moderate to occasionally heavy, which could lead to flash floods or landslides in susceptible areas.
Metro Manila and the rest of the country: The influence of the easterlies will bring partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms. Severe thunderstorms can cause localized flash floods or landslides despite the generally fair weather.
Forecast Wind and Coastal Water Conditions
Eastern section of Southern Luzon and Visayas: Winds will be moderate to strong, blowing from east to northeast. Coastal waters in these regions will be moderate to rough, with wave heights ranging from 1.5 to 3.1 meters.
Eastern section of Northern and Central Luzon: Moderate winds from east to southeast will prevail, resulting in moderate coastal waters with waves between 1.2 and 2.5 meters.
Mindanao: Wind speeds will be light to moderate, coming from the southwest, and coastal waters will be slight to moderate, with wave heights from 0.6 to 2.1 meters.
The rest of the country: Expect light to moderate winds from east to northeast, and coastal waters will range from slight to moderate, with wave heights between 0.6 and 2.1 meters.
General Flood Advisory
A general flood advisory has been issued for various regions as of 6 AM, May 24, 2024:
- Region 5 (Bicol Region): GFA#1
- Region 7 (Central Visayas): GFA#1
- Region 8 (Eastern Visayas): GFA#2
- Region 10 (Northern Mindanao): GFA#1
- Region 11 (Davao Region): GFA#1
- Region 13 (CARAGA): GFA#1
Residents in these areas are urged to stay vigilant and take necessary precautions against possible flooding and landslides. Stay updated with the latest weather bulletins and advisories from the local authorities and disaster management offices.