The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has issued Weather Advisory No. 43 for Tropical Cyclone Pepito, warning of intense torrential rainfall across parts of Luzon and Visayas.
Torrential Rainfall Expected in Key Areas
From today until noon tomorrow, November 17, torrential rainfall exceeding 200 mm is forecast for Catanduanes, Camarines Sur, and Camarines Norte. Neighboring areas, including Albay, Quezon, Northern Samar, and Eastern Samar, are expected to experience heavy to intense rainfall ranging from 100 to 200 mm. Meanwhile, moderate to heavy rain (50-100 mm) will affect Sorsogon, Samar, Leyte, Biliran, and Masbate.
From noon until Monday noon, November 18, torrential rains are projected to impact Quezon, Aurora, Quirino, Nueva Vizcaya, Nueva Ecija, Rizal, Benguet, and Pangasinan. Heavy to intense rainfall will spread to La Union, Tarlac, Pampanga, Bataan, Bulacan, Zambales, Metro Manila, Cavite, Laguna, and Camarines Norte. Moderate to heavy rains are anticipated in Marinduque, Camarines Sur, Batangas, Cagayan, Isabela, Ifugao, Mountain Province, Kalinga, Abra, and Ilocos Sur.
Impacts of Heavy Rainfall and Public Advisory
Mountainous regions may face higher rainfall due to orographic lifting, potentially intensifying flooding and landslides in vulnerable areas. Pre-existing significant rainfall in some areas could exacerbate impacts, increasing risks to life and property.
Authorities have advised disaster risk reduction offices and residents to take precautionary measures, including necessary evacuation, to ensure public safety. PAGASA has also emphasized issuing localized heavy rainfall warnings and advisories to provide timely information.
Monitoring and Updates
The public is urged to remain vigilant and monitor updates from PAGASA. Unless significant changes arise, the following advisory will be issued at 2:00 PM today.
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