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Typhoon “Tino” has intensified, bringing stronger winds and higher risks of flooding and storm surges as it continues to move closer to the Philippines.

In its 11:00 AM bulletin on Monday, November 3, PAGASA said the center of Tino was spotted about 285 km east-southeast of Guiuan, Eastern Samar, packing maximum sustained winds of 120 km/h near the center and gusts reaching up to 150 km/h. It’s currently moving west-southwest at 25 km/h.

Strong to typhoon-force winds are extending up to 300 kilometers from the storm’s center — wide enough to affect multiple provinces across Visayas and Mindanao.

Areas Under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signals

Signal No. 3 is now in effect over parts of Eastern Samar, Leyte, Southern Leyte, Bohol (eastern side), Camotes Islands, and Dinagat Islands, including parts of Surigao del Norte, Siargao, and Bucas Grande Islands.

These areas can expect storm-force winds (up to 117 km/h) within 18 hours.

Signal No. 2 covers parts of Masbate, Samar, Biliran, Cebu, Negros, Iloilo, Guimaras, Capiz, and several areas in Northern Mindanao and Caraga, where gale-force winds may occur within 24 hours.

Signal No. 1 remains up over large portions of Southern Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, including Albay, Sorsogon, Romblon, Mindoro, Palawan, Northern Bukidnon, and Misamis Oriental — where strong winds may cause minor damage to light structures.

PAGASA warns that Signal No. 4 could be raised later if Tino continues to strengthen.

Heavy Rains and Flooding Threat

Aside from strong winds, Tino and the Shear Line are expected to dump heavy to intense rains, especially in Eastern Visayas, Bicol Region, and parts of Mindanao. Residents in flood-prone and landslide-prone areas are urged to stay alert and follow local evacuation orders.

Dangerous Coastal Conditions

A Storm Surge Warning (No. 4) is also in place, with possible life-threatening storm surges exceeding 3 meters in Sorsogon, Masbate, Romblon, Mindoro, Palawan, Dinagat Islands, Surigao, and nearby coastal areas.

PAGASA has likewise issued a Gale Warning, warning of very rough to high seas (up to 9 meters) along the eastern coasts of Visayas and Mindanao, and southern parts of Luzon.

All types of sea travel are risky — small boats and even large vessels are advised to stay in port until conditions improve.

Tino’s Forecast Track

According to PAGASA, Tino is projected to make landfall tonight or early tomorrow (Nov. 4) over southern Eastern Samar, Leyte, Southern Leyte, or Dinagat Islands.
After landfall, it will cross the Visayas and northern Palawan before heading out toward the West Philippine Sea by Wednesday afternoon (Nov. 5).

At landfall, Tino could reach maximum winds of 150–165 km/h, and PAGASA says rapid intensification is possible — meaning it could strengthen further into a super typhoon before hitting land.

Even after crossing the country, Tino is expected to remain a typhoon as it moves westward.

PAGASA’s Reminder

With Tino intensifying, PAGASA and disaster officials are urging the public to prepare early.

“Residents, especially those in high-risk areas, are advised to take precautionary measures and follow evacuation orders from local authorities,” the agency said.