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Tropical Storm Emong Gains Strength Over West Philippine Sea; Landfall Expected In Northern Luzon
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Tropical Storm Emong has intensified as it continues to move southwestward over the West Philippine Sea, prompting weather authorities to raise Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1 in parts of Northern and Central Luzon.
In its 5:00 PM bulletin on July 23, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) reported that the center of Emong was located 150 km west of Laoag City, Ilocos Norte. The storm is currently packing maximum sustained winds of 65 km/h and gusts of up to 80 km/h. It is moving southwest at 20 km/h.
Areas Under Signal No. 1
Residents of Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, La Union, Apayao, Abra, Benguet, and portions of Pangasinan are advised to prepare for strong winds and potential localized damage. While the wind threat is currently minimal to minor, its effects can still pose risks to light structures, outdoor activities, and maritime operations.
Heavy Rains and Severe Winds from Enhanced Habagat
More pressing are the effects of the intensified Southwest Monsoon, enhanced by both Tropical Storm Emong and Tropical Storm Dante. PAGASA warns of strong to gale-force gusts that could affect large swaths of Luzon, the Visayas, and parts of Mindanao through Friday, July 25. These include Metro Manila, CALABARZON, Central Luzon, MIMAROPA, and even eastern Mindanao provinces like Davao Oriental.
Hazardous Sea Conditions
A Gale Warning remains in effect for the western seaboards of Northern and Central Luzon. In some coastal areas—particularly in Pangasinan, Zambales, and Bataan—waves could reach up to 6 meters high.
Sea travel is considered extremely risky, especially for small vessels and inexperienced mariners. Authorities strongly advise against any sea travel until conditions improve.
Track and Outlook
Emong is expected to loop briefly over the sea by Thursday before turning northeastward. Based on current projections, the storm could make landfall over Ilocos Sur, La Union, or Pangasinan either tomorrow evening or early Friday morning. It may intensify further and reach severe tropical storm category before making landfall.
However, interaction with Northern Luzon’s mountainous terrain is expected to weaken the system back into a tropical storm by the time it exits via the Luzon Strait.
Public Advisory
Given these developments, both the public and local disaster management offices are urged to stay vigilant. Those in high-risk areas should monitor updates and prepare for possible evacuation orders. PAGASA encourages everyone to follow weather advisories and bulletins issued by their respective regional service divisions, especially for location-specific rainfall and flood updates.
In its 5:00 PM bulletin on July 23, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) reported that the center of Emong was located 150 km west of Laoag City, Ilocos Norte. The storm is currently packing maximum sustained winds of 65 km/h and gusts of up to 80 km/h. It is moving southwest at 20 km/h.
Areas Under Signal No. 1
Residents of Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, La Union, Apayao, Abra, Benguet, and portions of Pangasinan are advised to prepare for strong winds and potential localized damage. While the wind threat is currently minimal to minor, its effects can still pose risks to light structures, outdoor activities, and maritime operations.
Heavy Rains and Severe Winds from Enhanced Habagat
More pressing are the effects of the intensified Southwest Monsoon, enhanced by both Tropical Storm Emong and Tropical Storm Dante. PAGASA warns of strong to gale-force gusts that could affect large swaths of Luzon, the Visayas, and parts of Mindanao through Friday, July 25. These include Metro Manila, CALABARZON, Central Luzon, MIMAROPA, and even eastern Mindanao provinces like Davao Oriental.
Hazardous Sea Conditions
A Gale Warning remains in effect for the western seaboards of Northern and Central Luzon. In some coastal areas—particularly in Pangasinan, Zambales, and Bataan—waves could reach up to 6 meters high.
Sea travel is considered extremely risky, especially for small vessels and inexperienced mariners. Authorities strongly advise against any sea travel until conditions improve.
Track and Outlook
Emong is expected to loop briefly over the sea by Thursday before turning northeastward. Based on current projections, the storm could make landfall over Ilocos Sur, La Union, or Pangasinan either tomorrow evening or early Friday morning. It may intensify further and reach severe tropical storm category before making landfall.
However, interaction with Northern Luzon’s mountainous terrain is expected to weaken the system back into a tropical storm by the time it exits via the Luzon Strait.
Public Advisory
Given these developments, both the public and local disaster management offices are urged to stay vigilant. Those in high-risk areas should monitor updates and prepare for possible evacuation orders. PAGASA encourages everyone to follow weather advisories and bulletins issued by their respective regional service divisions, especially for location-specific rainfall and flood updates.
Jul 23, 2025
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