LPA may form near Batanes by weekend

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A low-pressure area (LPA) is expected to form northeast of Batanes over the weekend, according to the state weather bureau. Citing a report from the Climatory Division of the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa), weather specialist Benison Estareja said the possi LPA would also trigger the southwest monsoon or “habagat” in the next few days. By tomorrow until the weekend, there is a high chance that we will have another weather disturbance east of Taiwan or northeast of Batanes. The possible LPA and Tropical Storm Maria, which is moving away from the country, will trigger the habagat or southwest monsoon in the next few days. Estareja said Maria was last spotted 2,230 km east northeast of Batanes, outside the Philippine area of responsibility. Currently, habagat and localized thunderstorms continue to bring rain in most parts of the country.​

 

[Ailara03]

For everyone who might be affected, it’s a good idea to prepare now. Check your emergency supplies and stay updated with the latest weather forecasts. Stay safe and take the necessary precautions!

 

[SpinelSun]

I hope the LPA won't turn into a storm, or else the southwest monsoon will worsen and might cause landslides and floods in several areas. Stay safe, everyone.