The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) raised Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 3 in Aurora and Isabela provinces Sunday night as Typhoon Nika continues its approach. According to Pagasa’s Tropical Cyclone Bulletin No. 8, issued at 8 p.m. on Nov. 10, the storm’s path and intensity have prompted heightened warnings for these areas.
At 7 p.m., Typhoon Nika was located approximately 335 kilometers east-northeast of Infanta, Quezon, or 330 kilometers east of Baler, Aurora. The storm’s winds were recorded at a maximum of 110 kilometers per hour near its center, with gusts reaching up to 135 km/h. Despite showing signs of deceleration over the Philippine Sea, Nika is still projected to make landfall in either northern Aurora or Isabela.
Signal No. 3 Raised in Key Areas
The issuance of Signal No. 3 includes the southeastern part of Isabela (covering Dinapigue and Palanan) and northern Aurora (Dilasag, Casiguran, and Dinalungan). Under this alert level, affected areas are advised to prepare for potentially destructive winds and heavy rainfall, which could lead to flooding, landslides, and significant disruptions in daily life.
Pagasa forecasts that Typhoon Nika may make landfall in either Isabela or northern Aurora on Monday, Nov. 11, with impacts expected to intensify through the morning and afternoon. Residents in these provinces are urged to follow local authorities’ advisories and secure necessary provisions in preparation for the storm.
Safety Precautions as Nika Nears Landfall
With Nika’s anticipated landfall, Pagasa has advised communities in affected regions to implement precautionary measures and stay updated with regular weather bulletins. Local government units are coordinating with disaster risk management offices to ensure the safety of residents, especially in high-risk areas susceptible to landslides and flash floods.
As the storm edges closer, the country prepares for the possible aftermath of Nika’s impact, particularly in the areas under Signal No. 3. Pagasa is expected to release further updates as the storm progresses.
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