Tag: Tropical Storm
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Verbena intensifies into tropical storm; Palawan Signal No. 2
Overview: Verbena escalates to tropical storm status The Philippine weather agency announced that Cyclone Verbena has intensified into a tropical storm, with Signal No. 2 hoisted for the Calamian Islands and the extreme northern areas of mainland Palawan, including El Nido and Taytay. The development underscores an uptick in wind speeds and heavy rainfall potential…
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Verbena Strengthens into Tropical Storm; Signal No. 2 Raised for Calamian Islands and Parts of Palawan
Overview: Verbena Upgrades to Tropical Storm The tropical cyclone Verbena has intensified into a tropical storm as of the latest advisories from the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA). With this upgrade, authorities have issued Signal No. 2 for the Calamian Islands and the extreme northern mainland Palawan, including popular destinations such as…
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Verbena Intensifies to Tropical Storm as Signal No. 2 Up Over Calamian Islands, Palawan
Overview: Verbena Expands Its Reach Into the Philippines’ Palawan Region Cyclone Verbena has intensified into a tropical storm, prompting the Philippine Weather Bureau to raise Signal No. 2 across the Calamian Islands and the extreme northern parts of mainland Palawan, including popular destinations such as El Nido and Taytay. The upgrade signals a shifting weather…
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Live Updates: Hurricane Melissa Batters Jamaica as Eyewall Braces Coastal Towns
Overview: Melissa on Jamaica’s Doorstep Hurricane Melissa continues its approach toward Jamaica, with the eye remaining just south of the island. As authorities warn that landfall could arrive later today, residents and visitors brace for catastrophic winds, torrential rain, and life-threatening storm surges. The hurricane’s unusual strength and slow pace have amplified the risk, making…
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Tropical Storm Nakri Expected to Enter PAR, Named Quedan Upon Arrival
Overview: Nakri’s Path Toward the Philippines Tropical Storm Nakri is on track to enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) by Thursday afternoon or evening, according to the state-run weather bureau PAGASA. Once inside PAR, Nakri will be given its domestic name, Quedan, marking the 17th storm to threaten the country this year. PAGASA Administrator…
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Tropical Storm Bualoi Strikes Philippines: 11 Lives Lost
Tropical Storm Bualoi: A Destructive Force in the Philippines Tropical Storm Bualoi has wreaked havoc across the Philippines, resulting in the tragic loss of 11 lives as it moves towards Vietnam. This severe weather event struck various regions in the central Philippines, causing widespread destruction and forcing mass evacuations. Impact on the Islands The small…
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Typhoon Ragasa Expected to Strike Hong Kong with 210km/h Winds
Tropical Storm Ragasa: A Growing Concern for Hong Kong Tropical Storm Ragasa is poised to unleash its fury on Hong Kong this Wednesday, bringing with it gale-force winds expected to reach up to 210 km/h (130 mph). This wind speed surpasses the 185 km/h (115 mph) recorded during Super Typhoon Hato in 2017, positioning Ragasa…
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Tropical Storm Ragasa: Expected Impact on Hong Kong
Introduction to Tropical Storm Ragasa Tropical Storm Ragasa is garnering attention as it approaches Hong Kong, with projections indicating winds could reach an alarming 210km/h (130mph) on Wednesday. This anticipated speed surpasses the maximum winds experienced during Super Typhoon Hato in 2017, which clocked in at 185km/h. This article delves into the implications of Ragasa’s…
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Tropical Storm Ragasa: Hong Kong Braces for Super Typhoon Winds
Understanding Tropical Storm Ragasa Tropical Storm Ragasa is making headlines as it approaches Hong Kong, bringing with it an alarming forecast of gale force winds reaching up to 210km/h (130mph). This wind speed is set to surpass the maximum recorded during Super Typhoon Hato in 2017, which registered 185km/h. The Hong Kong Observatory has warned…
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Tropical Storm Gorio Approaches: A Nation Prepares
On a gloomy Monday morning, the Philippines found itself bracing for the arrival of a severe tropical storm, now dubbed ‘Gorio’. This marked the second storm in just a few weeks, and the seventh of the year, as the weather agency had confirmed its entry into the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR). The sky darkened…