Pagasa predicts thunderstorms on Tuesday in some places in Luzon

A gutter deep-flood fills Nakpil Street in Manila after thunderstorms hit the area. (File photo screengrabbed from a video of ELOISA BEHAN via Manila Public Information Office)

MANILA, Philippines—The state weather bureau said some areas in Metro Manila, as well as Northern and Southern Luzon, may experience thunderstorms on Tuesday afternoon.

According to the 1:56 pm thunderstorm advisory of the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa), moderate to heavy rain showers with lightning and strong winds may affect the following areas within the next two hours:

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Tarlac

Zambales

Bataan

Pampanga

Rizal

Metro Manila

Cavite

Batangas

Laguna

Pagasa noted that as of the advisory’s issuance, thunderstorms were affecting portions of Bulacan, Nueva Ecija and Quezon.

This condition may last up to two hours and can extend to nearby areas.

It likewise cautioned the public from weather-related dangers.

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“All are advised to take precautionary measures against the impacts associated with these hazards, which include flash floods and landslides,” Pagasa added.