CEBU, Philippines - The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has raised Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1 over Cebu and several other areas as Tropical Depression Uwan gains strength over the Philippine Sea.
Affected Areas Under Signal No. 1
The weather disturbance has prompted warnings across multiple regions, with residents advised to prepare for potential impacts including:
- Heavy rainfall exceeding 50 mm in some areas
- Strong winds reaching 30-60 km/h
- Possible flooding in low-lying communities
- Rough sea conditions for maritime activities
Regional Impact and Preparedness Measures
Local government units across the affected regions have been placed on alert, with disaster risk reduction management councils activating their emergency response protocols. Emergency shelters are being prepared, and residents in flood-prone areas are being advised to consider preemptive evacuation.
"We are closely monitoring the situation and coordinating with local authorities to ensure public safety," stated a PAGASA representative during the latest weather briefing.
Forecast Track and Expected Development
Weather models indicate that Tropical Depression Uwan is expected to maintain its current trajectory while gradually intensifying. The weather system is projected to bring moderate to heavy rains over the following 24-48 hours, with the possibility of intensifying into a tropical storm within the next monitoring period.
Mariners and fisherfolk are strongly advised to avoid venturing into the eastern seaboards of Luzon and Visayas due to potentially hazardous sea conditions.
