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'Uwan' Weakens As It Heads Toward Taiwan; PAGASA Warns Of Gusty Winds And Rough Seas
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MANILA, Philippines — Tropical storm “Uwan” (international name: Fung-Wong) continues to weaken as it moves north-northeast toward Taiwan, but forecasters warn that the weather system will still bring gusty winds and rough seas across much of Luzon in the coming days.
As of 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, the center of Severe Tropical Storm Uwan was estimated at 340 km west of Itbayat, Batanes (outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility), packing maximum sustained winds of 100 km/h and gusts of up to 125 km/h, according to PAGASA. The storm is moving north-northeast at 15 km/h.
While Uwan continues to weaken, Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1 remains hoisted over Batanes, Babuyan Islands, parts of Cagayan, Apayao, Abra, Ilocos Region, and portions of La Union and Pangasinan, where minimal to minor wind impacts are still possible.
PAGASA said residents may continue to experience strong to gale-force gusts, especially in coastal and upland areas of Luzon, Western Visayas, and parts of Northern Samar.
A Gale Warning is also in effect over the northern seaboard of Northern Luzon and the western seaboards of Northern and Central Luzon, with waves reaching up to 7 meters high in some areas.
“Sea travel is risky for all types or tonnage of vessels. All mariners must remain in port or, if underway, seek shelter or safe harbor as soon as possible until winds and waves subside,” PAGASA warned.
Uwan is expected to re-enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) on Wednesday, November 12, as it approaches Taiwan. It will likely weaken further after landfall and could become a remnant low by Friday, November 14, near the Ryukyu Islands.
Authorities urged the public and local disaster management offices to stay alert and take precautionary measures, especially in flood- and landslide-prone areas. Residents are advised to follow evacuation orders and monitor updates from PAGASA and local officials.
The next tropical cyclone bulletin will be issued at 11:00 p.m. tonight, according to the weather bureau.
As of 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, the center of Severe Tropical Storm Uwan was estimated at 340 km west of Itbayat, Batanes (outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility), packing maximum sustained winds of 100 km/h and gusts of up to 125 km/h, according to PAGASA. The storm is moving north-northeast at 15 km/h.
While Uwan continues to weaken, Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1 remains hoisted over Batanes, Babuyan Islands, parts of Cagayan, Apayao, Abra, Ilocos Region, and portions of La Union and Pangasinan, where minimal to minor wind impacts are still possible.
PAGASA said residents may continue to experience strong to gale-force gusts, especially in coastal and upland areas of Luzon, Western Visayas, and parts of Northern Samar.
A Gale Warning is also in effect over the northern seaboard of Northern Luzon and the western seaboards of Northern and Central Luzon, with waves reaching up to 7 meters high in some areas.
“Sea travel is risky for all types or tonnage of vessels. All mariners must remain in port or, if underway, seek shelter or safe harbor as soon as possible until winds and waves subside,” PAGASA warned.
Uwan is expected to re-enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) on Wednesday, November 12, as it approaches Taiwan. It will likely weaken further after landfall and could become a remnant low by Friday, November 14, near the Ryukyu Islands.
Authorities urged the public and local disaster management offices to stay alert and take precautionary measures, especially in flood- and landslide-prone areas. Residents are advised to follow evacuation orders and monitor updates from PAGASA and local officials.
The next tropical cyclone bulletin will be issued at 11:00 p.m. tonight, according to the weather bureau.
Nov 11, 2025
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