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Super Typhoon Pepito Intensifies: Here's What You Need To Know
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Super Typhoon Pepito (local name #PepitoPH) is making its presence felt, and it’s no joke. PAGASA’s latest Weather Advisory No. 43 (as of 11 a.m. today) reveals that Pepito has intensified into a super typhoon and is threatening the Bicol Region with powerful winds and heavy rains. Here’s the breakdown of what to expect and how to stay safe.
Where’s Pepito Now?
As of 10 a.m., the eye of Pepito was located about 185 km east of Catarman, Northern Samar, or 250 km east of Juban, Sorsogon. It’s packing maximum sustained winds of 185 km/h near the center, gusting up to 230 km/h, and moving west-northwest at 25 km/h.
Strong winds from the typhoon extend outward up to 440 km from its center, meaning many areas will feel its impact.
What Areas Are Under Storm Signals?
Signal No. 4: Catanduanes and northeastern Camarines Sur can expect typhoon-force winds with severe threats to life and property within 12 hours.
Signal No. 3: Eastern parts of Camarines Norte, Albay, and Sorsogon, plus portions of Northern and Eastern Samar, face storm-force winds.
Signal No. 2: Gale-force winds are forecast in areas like Aurora, Laguna, Rizal, and Burias and Ticao Islands.
Signal No. 1: Metro Manila, Bulacan, Nueva Ecija, and parts of Cagayan Valley may experience strong winds.
How Much Rain Are We Talking About?
Today until tomorrow noon (Nov. 17):
• Intense to Torrential (>200 mm): Catanduanes, Camarines Sur, Camarines Norte
• Heavy to Intense (100-200 mm): Albay, Quezon, Northern and Eastern Samar
• Moderate to Heavy (50-100 mm): Sorsogon, Samar, Leyte, Biliran, Masbate
Tomorrow noon to Monday noon (Nov. 18):
• Intense to Torrential (>200 mm): Quezon, Aurora, Nueva Ecija, Rizal, and parts of Benguet
• Heavy to Intense (100-200 mm): Metro Manila, Cavite, Laguna, and Bataan
• Moderate to Heavy (50-100 mm): Batangas, Isabela, and Ilocos Sur
Rainfall in mountainous areas could be higher, so folks in these regions should stay alert for possible landslides and flash floods.
What About the Coastline?
Coastal areas aren’t spared either. A storm surge of over 3 meters is expected in low-lying areas like the Ilocos Region, Metro Manila, and parts of Bicol and Eastern Visayas. Rough to very rough seas (up to 14 meters) make sea travel extremely risky.
What Should You Do?
Prepare Early: Charge your devices, stock up on essentials, and secure your homes.
Stay Updated: Follow PAGASA’s updates and local advisories.
Evacuate If Advised: Don’t wait for the last minute—safety first!
What’s Next for Pepito?
The typhoon is forecast to make landfall tonight or early tomorrow morning, possibly over Catanduanes. Afterward, it’s expected to cross Luzon before exiting the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) on Monday, November 18.
This is a developing situation, so let’s stay vigilant and prioritize safety. Check back for updates and heed warnings from authorities. Stay safe, everyone.
Where’s Pepito Now?
As of 10 a.m., the eye of Pepito was located about 185 km east of Catarman, Northern Samar, or 250 km east of Juban, Sorsogon. It’s packing maximum sustained winds of 185 km/h near the center, gusting up to 230 km/h, and moving west-northwest at 25 km/h.
Strong winds from the typhoon extend outward up to 440 km from its center, meaning many areas will feel its impact.
What Areas Are Under Storm Signals?
Signal No. 4: Catanduanes and northeastern Camarines Sur can expect typhoon-force winds with severe threats to life and property within 12 hours.
Signal No. 3: Eastern parts of Camarines Norte, Albay, and Sorsogon, plus portions of Northern and Eastern Samar, face storm-force winds.
Signal No. 2: Gale-force winds are forecast in areas like Aurora, Laguna, Rizal, and Burias and Ticao Islands.
Signal No. 1: Metro Manila, Bulacan, Nueva Ecija, and parts of Cagayan Valley may experience strong winds.
How Much Rain Are We Talking About?
Today until tomorrow noon (Nov. 17):
• Intense to Torrential (>200 mm): Catanduanes, Camarines Sur, Camarines Norte
• Heavy to Intense (100-200 mm): Albay, Quezon, Northern and Eastern Samar
• Moderate to Heavy (50-100 mm): Sorsogon, Samar, Leyte, Biliran, Masbate
Tomorrow noon to Monday noon (Nov. 18):
• Intense to Torrential (>200 mm): Quezon, Aurora, Nueva Ecija, Rizal, and parts of Benguet
• Heavy to Intense (100-200 mm): Metro Manila, Cavite, Laguna, and Bataan
• Moderate to Heavy (50-100 mm): Batangas, Isabela, and Ilocos Sur
Rainfall in mountainous areas could be higher, so folks in these regions should stay alert for possible landslides and flash floods.
What About the Coastline?
Coastal areas aren’t spared either. A storm surge of over 3 meters is expected in low-lying areas like the Ilocos Region, Metro Manila, and parts of Bicol and Eastern Visayas. Rough to very rough seas (up to 14 meters) make sea travel extremely risky.
What Should You Do?
Prepare Early: Charge your devices, stock up on essentials, and secure your homes.
Stay Updated: Follow PAGASA’s updates and local advisories.
Evacuate If Advised: Don’t wait for the last minute—safety first!
What’s Next for Pepito?
The typhoon is forecast to make landfall tonight or early tomorrow morning, possibly over Catanduanes. Afterward, it’s expected to cross Luzon before exiting the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) on Monday, November 18.
This is a developing situation, so let’s stay vigilant and prioritize safety. Check back for updates and heed warnings from authorities. Stay safe, everyone.
Nov 16, 2024
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