‘Emong’ weakens; Signal No. 2 still raised
Credit to Author: Jean Mangaluz| Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2025 15:29:00 +0800
MANILA, Philippines — Cyclone Emong has weakened from a severe tropical storm to a tropical storm, but Signal No. 2 remains raised in several areas as it barrels toward the Babuyan Islands and Batanes on Friday, July 25.
State weather bureau PAGASA said that Emong will pass close or over Babuyan Islands and Batanes this afternoon while moving north-northeastward. The cyclone is forecast to weaken as it heads out of the Philippine area of responsibility.
PAGASA hoisted the following tropical cyclone wind signals:
While Emong has weakened, the soouthwest monsoon is still expected to bring widespread rain across the country.
PAGASA has also issued a gale warning over several areas, warning sea travelers to take caution. The following areas could expect the following wave heights: