January 25, 2024, the weather forecast presents a diverse set of conditions across the Philippines, influenced by both a Shear Line affecting the eastern part of Southern Luzon and the Northeast Monsoon impacting the rest of Luzon. The forecast provides valuable information to help residents and authorities prepare for potential impacts.
Shear Line Impacting Eastern Southern Luzon:
The regions of Bicol, Oriental Mindoro, Romblon, Marinduque, Aklan, Capiz, and Northern Samar are experiencing cloudy skies with scattered rain showers and thunderstorms. This weather pattern is attributed to the Shear Line, and residents are advised to be cautious as moderate to heavy rains may lead to possible flash floods or landslides.
Northeast Monsoon’s Influence:
In Cagayan Valley, Aurora, and Quezon, the Northeast Monsoon is causing cloudy skies with rains. There’s a potential for isolated flash floods or landslides due to moderate to heavy rains in these areas. The Cordillera Administrative Region will also experience cloudy skies with light rains, though no significant impact is expected.
Metro Manila and the Rest of Luzon:
Metro Manila and the rest of Luzon will witness partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated light rains, attributed to the Northeast Monsoon. Fortunately, no significant impact is anticipated in these areas.
Localized Thunderstorms Affecting Other Regions:
The remaining parts of the country will experience partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms, caused by localized thunderstorms. While not as widespread as the other weather systems, there’s a potential for flash floods or landslides during severe thunderstorms.
Wind and Coastal Conditions:
Northern Luzon and the eastern sections of Central and Southern Luzon and Visayas will experience strong winds from the Northeast, leading to rough coastal waters. In contrast, the rest of the country can expect moderate to strong winds and rough coastal waters.
Heavy Rainfall Warnings:
A Heavy Rainfall Warning No. 02 for the Shear Line has been issued at 05:30 AM, January 25, 2024. Albay is under an Orange Warning Level, indicating a threat of flooding in low-lying areas and near river channels and the risk of landslides in susceptible areas. Sorsogon is under a Yellow Warning Level, indicating potential flooding in low-lying areas and near river channels.
Additionally, light to moderate rains, occasionally heavy, affect portions of Camarines Sur, Catanduanes, Masbate, and Northern Samar, with a forecasted duration of 1 to 2 hours.
Residents in the warned areas are advised to stay vigilant and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety and mitigate potential risks associated with the current weather conditions. Authorities are encouraged to closely monitor developments and respond promptly to any emergencies that may arise.