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Ada Holds Strength, Brings Strong Winds And Rough Seas To Eastern PH
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Tropical Depression Ada continues to maintain its strength as it moves west-northwestward over the Philippine Sea, east of Surigao del Norte, according to the latest advisory from DOST-PAGASA issued at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 15.
As of 10:00 a.m., Ada was located about 420 kilometers east of Surigao City. It is carrying maximum sustained winds of 55 kilometers per hour, with gusts reaching up to 70 kilometers per hour, and is moving at a speed of 10 kilometers per hour. Strong winds now extend as far as 400 kilometers from the center of the weather disturbance.
Several areas across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao have been placed under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1, meaning strong winds may be felt within the next 36 hours. These include Sorsogon, parts of Albay, and Catanduanes in Luzon; Northern Samar, Samar, Eastern Samar, parts of Biliran, Leyte, and Southern Leyte in the Visayas; and the Dinagat Islands, Surigao del Norte, and Surigao del Sur in Mindanao. PAGASA said wind impacts are expected to be minimal to minor, but warned that the highest signal that may be raised during Ada’s passage could reach Signal No. 2.
Aside from strong winds, Ada and the Northeast Monsoon are expected to bring periods of heavy rainfall over several parts of the country. PAGASA urged the public to stay updated through local weather advisories, especially in flood- and landslide-prone areas. Coastal and upland communities exposed to prevailing winds may experience stronger gusts over the next few days.
Sea conditions are also becoming hazardous, particularly along the eastern seaboards of Catanduanes, Northern and Eastern Samar, Dinagat Islands, Surigao del Sur, and the Siargao-Bucas Grande area, where waves may reach up to four meters. Authorities strongly advised operators of small fishing boats and motorbancas to avoid sailing, as conditions at sea remain dangerous.
Looking ahead, PAGASA said Ada is likely to intensify into a tropical storm later today while continuing its northwestward to north-northwestward movement through the weekend. The weather system may pass close to Eastern and Northern Samar by Friday night or early Saturday, then move toward east of Catanduanes. A slight shift in its track could result in a possible landfall over Eastern Visayas or the Bicol Region.
With these developments, residents and local disaster officials are urged to take precautionary measures to protect life and property, and to follow any evacuation or safety instructions issued by local authorities. The next tropical cyclone bulletin will be released at 5:00 p.m. today.
As of 10:00 a.m., Ada was located about 420 kilometers east of Surigao City. It is carrying maximum sustained winds of 55 kilometers per hour, with gusts reaching up to 70 kilometers per hour, and is moving at a speed of 10 kilometers per hour. Strong winds now extend as far as 400 kilometers from the center of the weather disturbance.
Several areas across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao have been placed under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1, meaning strong winds may be felt within the next 36 hours. These include Sorsogon, parts of Albay, and Catanduanes in Luzon; Northern Samar, Samar, Eastern Samar, parts of Biliran, Leyte, and Southern Leyte in the Visayas; and the Dinagat Islands, Surigao del Norte, and Surigao del Sur in Mindanao. PAGASA said wind impacts are expected to be minimal to minor, but warned that the highest signal that may be raised during Ada’s passage could reach Signal No. 2.
Aside from strong winds, Ada and the Northeast Monsoon are expected to bring periods of heavy rainfall over several parts of the country. PAGASA urged the public to stay updated through local weather advisories, especially in flood- and landslide-prone areas. Coastal and upland communities exposed to prevailing winds may experience stronger gusts over the next few days.
Sea conditions are also becoming hazardous, particularly along the eastern seaboards of Catanduanes, Northern and Eastern Samar, Dinagat Islands, Surigao del Sur, and the Siargao-Bucas Grande area, where waves may reach up to four meters. Authorities strongly advised operators of small fishing boats and motorbancas to avoid sailing, as conditions at sea remain dangerous.
Looking ahead, PAGASA said Ada is likely to intensify into a tropical storm later today while continuing its northwestward to north-northwestward movement through the weekend. The weather system may pass close to Eastern and Northern Samar by Friday night or early Saturday, then move toward east of Catanduanes. A slight shift in its track could result in a possible landfall over Eastern Visayas or the Bicol Region.
With these developments, residents and local disaster officials are urged to take precautionary measures to protect life and property, and to follow any evacuation or safety instructions issued by local authorities. The next tropical cyclone bulletin will be released at 5:00 p.m. today.
Jan 15, 2026
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