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| PHOTO 📷 PAGASA: As of 1 p.m. on November 16, 2024, a satellite image reveals the current state of Super Typhoon Pepito (Man-yi). |
MANILA, Philippines — Signal No. 5 has been raised over the province of Catanduanes in the Bicol region as Super Typhoon Pepito (international name: Man-yi) further intensified early Saturday afternoon, November 16. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) issued a warning of a "potentially catastrophic and life-threatening situation" for the northeastern part of the Bicol region, urging residents in affected areas to take immediate and appropriate action.
At approximately 2:00 PM on Saturday, PAGASA released an updated bulletin highlighting the increasing severity of the typhoon. As of 1:00 PM, Pepito was located about 200 kilometers east of Juban, Sorsogon, or 180 kilometers east-southeast of Virac, Catanduanes. The super typhoon is moving west-northwest at a slightly reduced speed of 20 kilometers per hour (km/h), down from the previous 25 km/h.
Super Typhoon Pepito has continued to intensify, with maximum sustained winds now reaching 195 km/h, up from the previous 185 km/h. Its gustiness has also increased, now up to 240 km/h, compared to 230 km/h earlier. PAGASA has warned that Pepito's destructive winds, coupled with heavy rainfall and storm surges, pose a grave threat to life and property in the affected areas.
Authorities have urged local governments, especially in Catanduanes, to enforce mandatory evacuations for residents in flood-prone and coastal areas. Preparations for possible landslides, flash floods, and storm surges have been ramped up, with emergency teams on high alert to provide assistance to those in need.
The Philippine government has also activated its national disaster response mechanism, mobilizing resources to assist local authorities in dealing with the impact of the storm. The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) has appealed to citizens in the affected areas to stay indoors, avoid unnecessary travel, and heed the advisories of local authorities and PAGASA.
The super typhoon's track is expected to bring it closer to the central and northern parts of the Bicol region within the next 24 hours, with the potential for widespread damage. Residents in other provinces, including Albay, Sorsogon, and Camarines Sur, have been warned to prepare for the storm’s effects, including potential flooding, strong winds, and rough seas.
PAGASA has advised the public to closely monitor updates as Pepito continues to move across the region. While the typhoon is expected to weaken somewhat once it makes landfall, its impact is expected to remain significant, particularly in coastal and low-lying areas.
Impact and Expected Effects:
Strong Winds and Gusts: With sustained winds of 195 km/h and gusts reaching up to 240 km/h, the storm is capable of causing widespread destruction, particularly in coastal communities.
Heavy Rainfall and Flooding: The storm's rains are expected to bring significant rainfall, leading to the potential for flash floods and landslides, especially in mountainous and flood-prone areas.
Storm Surges: Dangerous storm surges are expected to affect coastal areas, particularly in Catanduanes and nearby provinces, with possible inundation of coastal communities.
Rough Seas: The storm will also generate rough seas, making sea travel dangerous to impossible in affected areas, particularly along the eastern seaboard.
Preparation and Safety Measures:
Evacuations: Local governments are advised to conduct mandatory evacuations in high-risk areas, particularly in low-lying coastal towns and villages.
Emergency Response: Emergency response teams have been deployed, and local disaster councils are on standby to assist affected populations.
Public Awareness: PAGASA continues to issue hourly updates, and citizens are urged to stay informed through official channels, including the PAGASA website and social media platforms.
Outlook: Super Typhoon Pepito’s passage through the Philippines is expected to be intense and swift, but authorities are prepared to respond. The storm’s intensity may weaken slightly as it moves westward, but its path remains unpredictable, and residents in the Bicol region, especially Catanduanes, should remain on high alert.
Authorities are also urging everyone to avoid panic while ensuring safety precautions are followed. The situation remains fluid, and more information will be provided as the storm progresses.
As of now, the public is reminded to stay indoors, avoid unnecessary travel, and heed all warnings issued by local officials and PAGASA. Further advisories will be released as the situation develops.
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At approximately 2:00 PM on Saturday, PAGASA released an updated bulletin highlighting the increasing severity of the typhoon. As of 1:00 PM, Pepito was located about 200 kilometers east of Juban, Sorsogon, or 180 kilometers east-southeast of Virac, Catanduanes. The super typhoon is moving west-northwest at a slightly reduced speed of 20 kilometers per hour (km/h), down from the previous 25 km/h.
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The following areas are under tropical cyclone wind signals as of 2 pm on Saturday:
Signal No. 5
Typhoon-force winds (185 km/h), extreme threat to life and property
- Catanduanes
Signal No. 4
Typhoon-force winds (118 to 184 km/h), significant to severe threat to life and property
- northeastern part of Camarines Sur (Garchitorena, Caramoan, Presentacion, Siruma, Tinambac, Goa, Lagonoy, San Jose, Tigaon, Sagñay)
- northeastern part of Albay (Tabaco City, Tiwi, Malinao, Malilipot, Bacacay, Rapu-Rapu)
Signal No. 3
Storm-force winds (89 to 117 km/h), moderate to significant threat to life and property
- Polillo Islands
- southeastern part of mainland Quezon (Calauag, Guinayangan, Tagkawayan, Buenavista)
- Camarines Norte
- rest of Camarines Sur
- rest of Albay
- northern part of Sorsogon (Prieto Diaz, Sorsogon City, Gubat, Barcelona, Castilla, Casiguran, Pilar, Donsol)
- eastern and central parts of Northern Samar (Palapag, Laoang, Mapanas, Gamay, Lapinig, Catubig, Pambujan, Las Navas, Biri, Bobon, Catarman, Mondragon, San Roque, Silvino Lobos, Lope de Vega, San Jose)
- northern part of Eastern Samar (San Policarpo, Arteche, Oras, Jipapad)
Signal No. 2
Gale-force winds (62 to 88 km/h), minor to moderate threat to life and property
- southern part of Isabela (Dinapigue, Cordon, Ramon, Alicia, Cauayan City, Angadanan, Santiago City, San Isidro, Echague, Jones, San Agustin, San Guillermo, San Mariano, Benito Soliven, Naguilian, Palanan)
- Quirino
- Nueva Vizcaya
- eastern part of Pangasinan (San Nicolas, Umingan, Natividad, San Quintin, Tayug, Santa Maria, Rosales, Balungao, San Manuel, Villasis, Malasiqui, Bautista, Mapandan, Binalonan, Alcala, Asingan, Santo Tomas, Urdaneta City, Laoac, Manaoag, Bayambang, Santa Barbara)
- Aurora
- Nueva Ecija
- Bulacan
- Tarlac
- Pampanga
- southern part of Zambales (Botolan, Cabangan, San Marcelino, San Felipe, San Narciso, San Antonio, Castillejos, Subic, Olongapo City)
- Bataan
- Metro Manila
- Rizal
- rest of Quezon
- Laguna
- Cavite
- Marinduque
- Burias Island
- Ticao Island
- central part of Eastern Samar (Dolores, Maslog, Can-avid, Taft, Sulat, San Julian, Borongan City)
- northern part of Samar (Matuguinao, Calbayog City, Santa Margarita, San Jorge, San Jose de Buan, Tarangnan, Motiong, Gandara, Jiabong, Catbalogan City, Paranas, Hinabangan, San Sebastian, Pagsanghan)
- rest of Northern Samar
Signal No. 1
Strong winds (39 to 61 km/h), minimal to minor threat to life and property
- mainland Cagayan
- rest of Isabela
- Apayao
- Kalinga
- Abra
- Mountain Province
- Ifugao
- Benguet
- Ilocos Norte
- Ilocos Sur
- La Union
- rest of Pangasinan
- rest of Zambales
- Batangas
- northern part of Occidental Mindoro (Sablayan, Santa Cruz, Mamburao, Abra de Ilog, Paluan) including Lubang Islands
- northern part of Oriental Mindoro (Puerto Galera, San Teodoro, Naujan, Baco, Victoria, Socorro, Pinamalayan, Bansud, Gloria, Pola, Calapan City, Bongabong, Roxas, Mansalay)
- Romblon
- rest of Masbate
- rest of Eastern Samar
- rest of Samar
- Biliran
- northern and central parts of Leyte (Tunga, Pastrana, San Miguel, Matag-ob, Tolosa, Palo, Calubian, Leyte, Mayorga, Julita, Carigara, Babatngon, Dagami, Jaro, San Isidro, Santa Fe, Albuera, Villaba, La Paz, Palompon, MacArthur, Tabontabon, Tanauan, Merida, Ormoc City, Isabel, Dulag, Capoocan, Alangalang, Burauen, Tabango, Tacloban City, Kananga, Barugo, Abuyog, Javier, Baybay City, Mahaplag)
- northeastern part of Southern Leyte (Silago)
- northernmost part of Cebu (Daanbantayan, Medellin) including Bantayan Islands
- northernmost part of Iloilo (Carles)
- northern part of Dinagat Islands (Loreto, Tubajon)
Super Typhoon Pepito has continued to intensify, with maximum sustained winds now reaching 195 km/h, up from the previous 185 km/h. Its gustiness has also increased, now up to 240 km/h, compared to 230 km/h earlier. PAGASA has warned that Pepito's destructive winds, coupled with heavy rainfall and storm surges, pose a grave threat to life and property in the affected areas.
Authorities have urged local governments, especially in Catanduanes, to enforce mandatory evacuations for residents in flood-prone and coastal areas. Preparations for possible landslides, flash floods, and storm surges have been ramped up, with emergency teams on high alert to provide assistance to those in need.
The Philippine government has also activated its national disaster response mechanism, mobilizing resources to assist local authorities in dealing with the impact of the storm. The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) has appealed to citizens in the affected areas to stay indoors, avoid unnecessary travel, and heed the advisories of local authorities and PAGASA.
The super typhoon's track is expected to bring it closer to the central and northern parts of the Bicol region within the next 24 hours, with the potential for widespread damage. Residents in other provinces, including Albay, Sorsogon, and Camarines Sur, have been warned to prepare for the storm’s effects, including potential flooding, strong winds, and rough seas.
PAGASA has advised the public to closely monitor updates as Pepito continues to move across the region. While the typhoon is expected to weaken somewhat once it makes landfall, its impact is expected to remain significant, particularly in coastal and low-lying areas.
Impact and Expected Effects:
Strong Winds and Gusts: With sustained winds of 195 km/h and gusts reaching up to 240 km/h, the storm is capable of causing widespread destruction, particularly in coastal communities.
Heavy Rainfall and Flooding: The storm's rains are expected to bring significant rainfall, leading to the potential for flash floods and landslides, especially in mountainous and flood-prone areas.
Storm Surges: Dangerous storm surges are expected to affect coastal areas, particularly in Catanduanes and nearby provinces, with possible inundation of coastal communities.
Rough Seas: The storm will also generate rough seas, making sea travel dangerous to impossible in affected areas, particularly along the eastern seaboard.
Preparation and Safety Measures:
Evacuations: Local governments are advised to conduct mandatory evacuations in high-risk areas, particularly in low-lying coastal towns and villages.
Emergency Response: Emergency response teams have been deployed, and local disaster councils are on standby to assist affected populations.
Public Awareness: PAGASA continues to issue hourly updates, and citizens are urged to stay informed through official channels, including the PAGASA website and social media platforms.
Outlook: Super Typhoon Pepito’s passage through the Philippines is expected to be intense and swift, but authorities are prepared to respond. The storm’s intensity may weaken slightly as it moves westward, but its path remains unpredictable, and residents in the Bicol region, especially Catanduanes, should remain on high alert.
Authorities are also urging everyone to avoid panic while ensuring safety precautions are followed. The situation remains fluid, and more information will be provided as the storm progresses.
As of now, the public is reminded to stay indoors, avoid unnecessary travel, and heed all warnings issued by local officials and PAGASA. Further advisories will be released as the situation develops.
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In addition to the violent winds, Super Typhoon Pepito (Man-yi) is now bringing moderate to torrential rainfall across various regions in the Philippines. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has warned that floods and landslides are likely to occur in several provinces as a result of the heavy rain, particularly in areas that are already vulnerable to these hazards.
The storm’s rainfall is expected to intensify through the weekend, with the heaviest rain expected to fall between Saturday afternoon, November 16, and Sunday afternoon, November 17. PAGASA has identified areas that will experience varying intensities of rain:
Saturday Afternoon (November 16) to Sunday Afternoon (November 17):
Intense to Torrential Rain (More than 200 millimeters):
- Catanduanes
- Camarines Sur
- Camarines Norte
Heavy to Intense Rain (100–200 millimeters):
- Albay
- Quezon
- Northern Samar
- Eastern Samar
Moderate to Heavy Rain (50–100 millimeters):
- Sorsogon
- Samar
- Leyte
- Biliran
- Masbate
Sunday Afternoon (November 17) to Monday Afternoon (November 18):
Intense to Torrential Rain (More than 200 millimeters):
- Quezon
- Aurora
- Rizal
- Nueva Vizcaya
- Quirino
- Nueva Ecija
- Benguet
- Pangasinan
Heavy to Intense Rain (100–200 millimeters):
- La Union
- Tarlac
- Bulacan
- Pampanga
- Zambales
- Bataan
- Metro Manila
- Cavite
- Laguna
- Camarines Norte
Moderate to Heavy Rain (50–100 millimeters):
- Marinduque
- Camarines Sur
- Batangas
- Cagayan
- Isabela
- Ifugao
- Mountain Province
- Kalinga
- Abra
- Ilocos Sur
The heavy rainfall associated with Pepito is expected to bring widespread flooding, especially in low-lying areas and those with poor drainage systems. Landslides are also a serious concern, particularly in mountainous regions where heavy rain could loosen unstable soil.
In addition to the heavy rains, PAGASA has issued warnings for life-threatening storm surges that are expected to affect various coastal regions. These storm surges, which could reach peak heights exceeding 3 meters, will pose significant risks to life and property. Areas under the threat of dangerous storm surges within the next 48 hours include:
- Ilocos Region (western coast)
- Isabela
- Central Luzon
- Metro Manila
- Calabarzon
- Marinduque
- Bicol
- Northern Samar
- Samar
- Eastern Samar
- Biliran
Authorities have warned that storm surges in these areas could cause severe coastal flooding, potentially inundating homes and infrastructure, particularly in low-lying coastal communities.
PAGASA continues to monitor the storm's progression, urging residents in affected areas to stay alert for updates and to follow evacuation orders where necessary. The agency has also recommended that people avoid travel in affected regions, particularly along the eastern seaboard, due to the dangerous sea conditions.
Safety Measures and Preparation:
- Evacuations: Local governments are urged to conduct evacuations in high-risk areas, especially in coastal and flood-prone zones.
- Flood and Landslide Alerts: Communities in flood-prone and mountainous areas are advised to prepare for potential flooding and landslides.
- Storm Surge Preparedness: Coastal residents in areas threatened by storm surges should evacuate to higher ground and secure their properties to minimize the risk of damage.
With the storm still intensifying, the situation remains dangerous, and further advisories will be issued as necessary. The public is reminded to stay indoors and to avoid unnecessary travel, particularly in coastal and low-lying areas. All individuals should monitor updates from local authorities and PAGASA to ensure their safety. - omnizers.com
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