The state weather bureau, Pagasa, reports that Tropical Depression Wilma continues to move west-southwestward over the Philippine Sea while maintaining its strength. As of its 11 p.m. advisory on Thursday, December 4, 2025, the cyclone poses a significant threat to the eastern portions of the country.
Current Location and Forecast Track
As of 10 p.m. Thursday, the center of Tropical Depression Wilma was located approximately 480 kilometers east of Catarman, Northern Samar, or 390 km east of Borongan City, Eastern Samar. The weather disturbance is forecast to make its initial landfall over the Eastern Visayas region or the Dinagat Islands between Friday evening, December 5, and Saturday morning, December 6.
Pagasa indicates that Wilma is expected to slightly intensify before it reaches land. However, it is likely to remain a tropical depression throughout the forecast period. After crossing the Visayas, the cyclone is projected to emerge over the Sulu Sea and may pass over northern Palawan between Sunday evening and Monday morning, December 8.
Areas Under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1
In anticipation of strong winds, Pagasa has hoisted Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal (TCWS) No. 1 over several provinces. Residents in these areas should prepare for gusty conditions.
Luzon
The southern portion of mainland Masbate, specifically the towns of Cataingan, Pio V. Corpuz, Esperanza, and Placer.
Visayas
A wide area is under alert, including:
- The entire provinces of Northern Samar, Eastern Samar, Samar, Biliran, Leyte, Southern Leyte, and Bohol.
- Northern and central portions of Cebu (including cities like Cebu, Mandaue, Lapu-Lapu, Toledo, and Talisay) and the islands of Bantayan and Camotes.
- The eastern portion of Negros Occidental (Sagay City, Escalante City, Toboso, Calatrava).
Mindanao
Areas under Signal No. 1 include Surigao del Norte (including Siargao and Bucas Grande Islands), Dinagat Islands, the northern portion of Surigao del Sur (Carrascal, Cantilan, Madrid, Carmen), and the northern portion of Agusan del Norte (Kitcharao, Jabonga, Santiago, Tubay, Cabadbaran City).
Critical Calls for Preparedness
Pagasa has issued a stern advisory to the public and all concerned Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Offices (DRRMOs). The bureau emphasizes the need to take all necessary measures to protect life and property.
Local officials are urging residents, especially those living in areas highly susceptible to floods and landslides, to heed evacuation orders and other instructions from authorities. Proactive preparation is crucial as the tropical depression approaches and brings the potential for heavy rains and strong winds.
