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As of 4:00 PM today, July 15, 2024, weather watchers are keeping a close eye on a developing Low Pressure Area (LPA) located approximately 440 kilometers east of Davao City. This system, identified at 3:00 PM, is expected to influence weather patterns in several regions, compounded by the Southwest Monsoon affecting western sections of Southern Luzon and Visayas.

Forecasted conditions indicate that Eastern Visayas, Caraga, and the Davao Region can anticipate cloudy skies with scattered rainshowers and thunderstorms, attributed to the LPA's trough. Residents in these areas should remain vigilant as moderate to heavy rains may trigger flash floods or landslides.

Meanwhile, Occidental Mindoro and Palawan will also experience cloudy skies with scattered rainshowers and thunderstorms due to the Southwest Monsoon. Similar caution is advised here, with risks of localized flooding or landslides during periods of intense rainfall.

In Metro Manila, Western Visayas, Bataan, Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, and the rest of MIMAROPA, expect partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rainshowers or thunderstorms, primarily influenced by the Southwest Monsoon. Vigilance remains crucial as severe thunderstorms could lead to sudden flash floods or landslides in these areas.

For the rest of the country, including other regions, anticipate partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rainshowers or thunderstorms brought about by localized thunderstorms. As always, residents are advised to stay updated with local weather advisories and take precautionary measures against potential hazards associated with severe weather conditions.