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Ada Shifts North, Keeps Visayas And Bicol On Alert
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Tropical Storm Ada (international name: Nokaen) has slightly changed course, turning more northward as it continues to move over the Philippine Sea east of Eastern Visayas, according to PAGASA’s latest bulletin issued at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, January 16.
As of 10:00 a.m., the center of Ada was located about 325 kilometers east of Guiuan, Eastern Samar. The storm is packing maximum sustained winds of 65 kilometers per hour, with gusts reaching up to 80 kph, and is moving northward at a speed of 15 kph. Strong to gale-force winds now extend as far as 400 kilometers from the storm’s center.
Because of this, Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1 remains in effect over several areas in Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. Under this signal, strong winds ranging from 39 to 61 kph may be felt within the next 36 hours, posing minimal to minor threats to life and property.
In Luzon, affected areas include parts of Camarines Norte and Camarines Sur, as well as Catanduanes, Albay, Sorsogon, and eastern portions of Masbate, including Ticao and Burias Islands. In the Visayas, Northern Samar, Samar, Eastern Samar, Biliran, large parts of Leyte, and eastern Southern Leyte are under Signal No. 1. The Dinagat Islands and the Siargao–Bucas Grande Islands in Mindanao are also included.
PAGASA warned that the highest wind signal that may be raised during Ada’s passage is Signal No. 2. Meanwhile, the northeast monsoon combined with the outer bands of Ada will continue to bring strong to gale-force gusts over wide portions of the country in the coming days, especially in coastal and upland areas exposed to winds.
Heavy rains are also expected. Residents are advised to refer to Weather Advisory No. 9 for detailed rainfall outlooks, as flooding and rain-induced landslides remain possible in vulnerable areas.
Coastal communities are likewise urged to stay alert. There is a minimal to moderate risk of storm surge, with waves potentially reaching up to two meters over the next 48 hours in low-lying and exposed coastal areas of Bicol, Eastern Visayas, and the Dinagat Islands. Rough to moderate seas are expected across several eastern seaboards, prompting PAGASA to advise small fishing boats and motorbancas not to venture out to sea, especially those that are ill-equipped or operated by inexperienced crews.
Looking ahead, PAGASA said Ada is expected to move generally northwestward through Saturday before slowly turning north-northwestward to northeastward by Sunday. The storm may pass close to Eastern Samar and Northern Samar, and possibly near Catanduanes, with a westward shift in track still raising the possibility of landfall over parts of Eastern Visayas or the Bicol Region. Ada is forecast to remain a tropical storm over the next few days but may weaken into a tropical depression by Tuesday.
Authorities are urging the public and local disaster risk reduction offices to remain vigilant, follow advisories, and take all necessary measures to protect life and property. Residents in high-risk areas are advised to prepare for possible evacuations and continue monitoring official updates.
The next tropical cyclone bulletin will be released at 5:00 p.m. today.
As of 10:00 a.m., the center of Ada was located about 325 kilometers east of Guiuan, Eastern Samar. The storm is packing maximum sustained winds of 65 kilometers per hour, with gusts reaching up to 80 kph, and is moving northward at a speed of 15 kph. Strong to gale-force winds now extend as far as 400 kilometers from the storm’s center.
Because of this, Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1 remains in effect over several areas in Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. Under this signal, strong winds ranging from 39 to 61 kph may be felt within the next 36 hours, posing minimal to minor threats to life and property.
In Luzon, affected areas include parts of Camarines Norte and Camarines Sur, as well as Catanduanes, Albay, Sorsogon, and eastern portions of Masbate, including Ticao and Burias Islands. In the Visayas, Northern Samar, Samar, Eastern Samar, Biliran, large parts of Leyte, and eastern Southern Leyte are under Signal No. 1. The Dinagat Islands and the Siargao–Bucas Grande Islands in Mindanao are also included.
PAGASA warned that the highest wind signal that may be raised during Ada’s passage is Signal No. 2. Meanwhile, the northeast monsoon combined with the outer bands of Ada will continue to bring strong to gale-force gusts over wide portions of the country in the coming days, especially in coastal and upland areas exposed to winds.
Heavy rains are also expected. Residents are advised to refer to Weather Advisory No. 9 for detailed rainfall outlooks, as flooding and rain-induced landslides remain possible in vulnerable areas.
Coastal communities are likewise urged to stay alert. There is a minimal to moderate risk of storm surge, with waves potentially reaching up to two meters over the next 48 hours in low-lying and exposed coastal areas of Bicol, Eastern Visayas, and the Dinagat Islands. Rough to moderate seas are expected across several eastern seaboards, prompting PAGASA to advise small fishing boats and motorbancas not to venture out to sea, especially those that are ill-equipped or operated by inexperienced crews.
Looking ahead, PAGASA said Ada is expected to move generally northwestward through Saturday before slowly turning north-northwestward to northeastward by Sunday. The storm may pass close to Eastern Samar and Northern Samar, and possibly near Catanduanes, with a westward shift in track still raising the possibility of landfall over parts of Eastern Visayas or the Bicol Region. Ada is forecast to remain a tropical storm over the next few days but may weaken into a tropical depression by Tuesday.
Authorities are urging the public and local disaster risk reduction offices to remain vigilant, follow advisories, and take all necessary measures to protect life and property. Residents in high-risk areas are advised to prepare for possible evacuations and continue monitoring official updates.
The next tropical cyclone bulletin will be released at 5:00 p.m. today.
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