Synopsis:
The Southwest Monsoon continues to affect Luzon, bringing varied weather conditions across different areas. Residents in affected regions are advised to remain vigilant for potential weather-related hazards.
Forecast Weather Conditions:
- Ilocos Region, Zambales, and Bataan:
These areas will experience cloudy skies with scattered rain showers and thunderstorms due to the Southwest Monsoon. The rains could be moderate to heavy at times, increasing the likelihood of flooding or landslides, especially in low-lying or mountainous regions. - Metro Manila and the rest of Luzon:
The Southwest Monsoon will also affect Metro Manila and the rest of Luzon, which can expect partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms. Although the rainfall will be less consistent, severe thunderstorms could trigger flash floods or landslides in vulnerable areas. - The rest of the country:
Areas outside Luzon, such as Visayas and Mindanao, will generally have partly cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms due to localized thunderstorms. Similar to Luzon, these isolated thunderstorms could lead to flash floods or landslides during periods of intense rainfall.
Wind and Coastal Water Conditions:
- Luzon:
Winds will be light to moderate, blowing from the southwest to west. Coastal waters are expected to be slightly moderate, with wave heights ranging from 0.6 to 2.5 meters. - Visayas and Mindanao:
Winds in these areas will also be light to moderate, coming from the southwest. Coastal waters are predicted to be slightly moderate, with wave heights between 0.6 and 1.5 meters.
General Flood Advisories (Issued at 6:00 AM, September 10, 2024):
- Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR): GFA#3 (Final)
- Region 1 (Ilocos Region): GFA#19
- Region 2 (Cagayan Valley): GFA#3 (Final)
- Region 3 (Central Luzon): GFA#2
- Region 11 (Davao Region): GFA#1
Residents in these areas should take preventive measures against potential flooding and monitor updates from local authorities.