Quedan Exits PAR; New LPA Brings Scattered Rain Across the Philippines
Tropical Storm Quedan, international name Nakri, has officially exited the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) as of 11 p.m. Thursday, October 9, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA). The agency reports that the storm poses no direct threat to the country at this time. As of 3 a.m. on Friday, October 10, Quedan was located about 1,350 kilometers east-northeast of extreme Northern Luzon, drifting northwestward at 20 kilometers per hour (kph).
New Low-Pressure Area Forms; Impacts Expected Despite Exit
In addition to the fading threats from Quedan, PAGASA noted the development of a new low-pressure area (LPA) located roughly 335 kilometers west-northwest of Pag-asa Island, Kalayaan, Palawan. While this system is not anticipated to strengthen into a tropical cyclone or enter PAR, its presence matters for local weather patterns.
Weather specialist Grace Castañeda explained that the trough, or extension, of the LPA will influence regional weather in the coming day. The trough is expected to generate cloudy skies with scattered rains and thunderstorms over several areas, even though the LPA itself is not forecast to escalate into a tropical cyclone.
Areas Affected by the Trough and Southwest Windflow
The southwesterly windflow associated with Quedan’s exit and the new LPA will bring notable cloud cover and unsettled weather to a wide swath of the country. Forecasters expect cloudy skies with scattered rains and thunderstorms to affect:
- Metro Manila
- Oriental Mindoro and Occidental Mindoro
- Marinduque and Romblon
- Central Luzon
- Calabarzon and the Bicol Region
Meanwhile, the Visayas, Mindanao, and Palawan will also experience the effects of the southwest windflow, characterized by clouds and scattered rainfall. The rest of Luzon is anticipated to have partly cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or localized thunderstorms.
Public Advisory: Stay Prepared for Rain-Related Hazards
PAGASA cautions residents to remain vigilant for possible flash floods and landslides, especially in areas prone to heavy rainfall and near terrain that can contribute to such hazards. While the weather pattern currently suggests no direct major threat from Quedan, the added moisture from the LPA’s trough can still lead to sudden downpours in some locales.
Residents in affected regions should monitor regular weather updates, heed advisories from local government units, and prepare emergency kits with essential supplies. Travelers should also plan for possible travel disruptions caused by intermittent heavy rain and localized flooding.
What to Expect Next
As Quedan moves away, the overall risk from the tropical cyclone diminishes for the Philippines. The focus shifts to monitoring the LPA’s trough and any evolving convection that could intensify or dissipate as it travels westward. Forecasters will continue to issue updates if there are significant changes in rainfall intensity, winds, or potential flood risk.
For now, the public is urged to exercise caution during periods of heavy rain and thunderstorm activity, particularly in low-lying and flood-prone areas. Staying informed through PAGASA bulletins is the best way to mitigate weather-related hazards.
