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Storm Emong Weakens But Remains A Threat As It Nears Luzon Exit
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Severe Tropical Storm Emong (international name: Co-May) is continuing to weaken as it crosses the Cordillera Central, and it is now nearing the northwestern coastline of Luzon. As of 10:00 AM today, the center of the storm was located over Calanasan, Apayao, based on available data including observations from the Aparri Doppler Weather Radar.
Although Emong is showing signs of decline in strength, it still carries considerable wind and rain hazards as it moves north-northeastward at 40 km/h. Maximum sustained winds have decreased to 95 km/h near the center, with gusts reaching up to 160 km/h. Strong to storm-force winds currently extend as far as 200 kilometers from its center.
Tropical Cyclone Wind Signals remain in effect across northern Luzon, with Signal No. 3 raised over areas such as northern Apayao, northeastern Ilocos Norte, and parts of mainland Cagayan. These locations can expect storm-force winds that may pose a moderate to significant threat to life and property. Lower wind signals are also in effect across other provinces in Northern Luzon, indicating a broader reach of the storm’s effects, even as it loses strength.
Emong is forecast to pass near or directly over the Babuyan Islands and Batanes later this afternoon through early evening. It is expected to exit the Philippine Area of Responsibility by tomorrow morning, July 26, as it continues toward the East China Sea. Forecasters note that weakening will persist as the storm moves into less favorable conditions, and Emong may become a remnant low as early as tomorrow evening. However, there remains a possibility that this weakening trend could accelerate further.
Communities in affected areas are advised to remain alert, as heavy rains and strong winds may still lead to flooding, landslides, and disruptions in power and travel.
Although Emong is showing signs of decline in strength, it still carries considerable wind and rain hazards as it moves north-northeastward at 40 km/h. Maximum sustained winds have decreased to 95 km/h near the center, with gusts reaching up to 160 km/h. Strong to storm-force winds currently extend as far as 200 kilometers from its center.
Tropical Cyclone Wind Signals remain in effect across northern Luzon, with Signal No. 3 raised over areas such as northern Apayao, northeastern Ilocos Norte, and parts of mainland Cagayan. These locations can expect storm-force winds that may pose a moderate to significant threat to life and property. Lower wind signals are also in effect across other provinces in Northern Luzon, indicating a broader reach of the storm’s effects, even as it loses strength.
Emong is forecast to pass near or directly over the Babuyan Islands and Batanes later this afternoon through early evening. It is expected to exit the Philippine Area of Responsibility by tomorrow morning, July 26, as it continues toward the East China Sea. Forecasters note that weakening will persist as the storm moves into less favorable conditions, and Emong may become a remnant low as early as tomorrow evening. However, there remains a possibility that this weakening trend could accelerate further.
Communities in affected areas are advised to remain alert, as heavy rains and strong winds may still lead to flooding, landslides, and disruptions in power and travel.
Jul 25, 2025
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