Manila – The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) announced that the shear line and the northeast monsoon, locally known as 'amihan,' are affecting various parts of the Philippines, bringing significant weather changes.
According to Philippines News Agency, In its 4:00 a.m. bulletin, PAGASA stated that the shear line is impacting the eastern sections of Southern Luzon and the Visayas, while the northeast monsoon is affecting the rest of Luzon. The shear line is expected to cause cloudy skies with scattered rain showers and thunderstorms over the Visayas, Bicol Region, Mimaropa, Quezon province, and the Zamboanga Peninsula. PAGASA warned residents in these areas of the potential for flash floods or landslides during moderate to heavy rains. Meanwhile, the northeast monsoon will bring light rains over Cagayan Valley and Aurora, as well as partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated light rains over Metro Manila and the rest of Luzon. The rest of Mindanao will experience partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms due to localized thunderstorms. Residents should be aware of possible flash floods or landslides during severe thunderstorms. Moderate to strong winds and coastal waters are expected over Luzon, while lighter conditions will prevail over the rest of the archipelago. PAGASA provided temperature forecasts for key areas, including Metro Manila, Baguio City, Laoag City, Legazpi City, Metro Cebu, Puerto Princesa City, and Metro Davao.