Coast Ground Halts Maritime Operations as Typhoon Uwan Intensifies
The Coast Guard District Southeastern Mindanao (CGDSEM) has implemented an immediate temporary suspension of all sea travel to Luzon and the Visayas regions in response to the escalating threat posed by Typhoon Uwan.
This decisive action was formally announced through Sea Travel Advisory 003-2025 issued on November 9, 2025, effectively grounding all ships and watercraft within Southeastern Mindanao that were scheduled to traverse toward the affected areas.
Weather Bureau Bulletin Trigrees Safety Measures
The suspension follows the latest emergency assessment from the Department of Science and Technology–Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Dost-Pagasa). The state weather bureau's Tropical Cyclone Bulletin No. 12 raised the critical Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 5 across Luzon and significant portions of the Visayas, indicating extremely dangerous weather conditions.
In a Facebook post dated November 8, the Coast Guard had already warned the public about deteriorating sea conditions, specifically advising fisherfolk and small boat operators to exercise extreme caution.
Emergency Response and Community Support Activated
All CGDSEM personnel are currently on high alert and standby for immediate deployment to ensure maritime safety and provide assistance to communities potentially affected by the typhoon's path.
Meanwhile, the Philippine Coast Guard's central office has proactively deployed its specialized Deployable Response Groups (DRGs) to northeastern and northwestern Luzon. These teams, operating under Task Force Kalinga, bring essential capabilities in search and rescue operations, medical assistance, and disaster relief.
The Coast Guard has strategically pre-positioned rescue boats, medical supplies, and communication equipment to ensure coordinated response efforts with local government units and other emergency agencies.
Typhoon Uwan's Impact and Current Status
Typhoon Uwan made landfall on November 9, resulting in two confirmed fatalities—one from drowning and another who became trapped under debris. The storm has forced the evacuation of over one million residents, with Luzon and Eastern Visayas experiencing the most severe impacts.
According to the latest forecasts, the typhoon is expected to continue moving northward across the country and reach the West Philippine Sea by the morning of November 10.
The travel suspension will remain in effect until further notice, with the Coast Guard continuously monitoring Dost-Pagasa forecasts to determine when safe travel conditions will resume.
