Heavy rains to continue over Metro, parts of Luzon–Pagasa
HEAVY to intense rains with lightning and strong winds induced by thunderstorms are expected over Metro Manila and parts of Luzon within two hours.
According to the 11 a.m. thunderstorm advisory of the Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa), the other affected areas are Bulacan, Pampanga, Rizal, Bataan, and Zambales.
Light to moderate rains are being experienced over Abra, Apayao, Ifugao, Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, Isabela, Kalinga, and Mountain Province.
Tropical Storm “Karding” exited the Philippine Area of Responsibility on Saturday afternoon.
However, the enhanced southwest monsoon will continue to bring rains over most parts of Luzon, according to the state-run weather bureau.
Karding was last estimated at 625 kilometers north-northeast of extreme Northern Luzon, with maximum sustained winds of 75 kilometers per hour (kph) near the center and gustiness of up to 90 kph. It is moving west-northwest at 25 kph.
Residents are advised to take precautionary measures against possible flooding and landslides, especially those living near river channels, low-lying areas, and in mountainous areas. ALEC NALDO, MIA MACATIAG
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