Storm surge warning up in northern Luzon, Bicol due to Kristine

Track of storm Kristine as of 8 am of Wednesday, October 23, 2024 from Pagasa.

Storm surge warning: Track of storm Kristine as of 8 a.m. of Wednesday, October 23, 2024, from Pagasa.

MANILA, Philippines—State meteorologists on Wednesday morning warned that tropical storm Kristine (international name: Trami) might cause a storm surge within the next 48 hours in low-lying coastal communities in northern Luzon and parts of Bicol.

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said the following communities may see a storm surge from 2.1 to 3.0 meters, advising evacuation:

Aurora

Cagayan

Isabela

Quezon

Meanwhile, Pagasa said the following areas may see storm surges of 1.0 to 2.0 meters:

Camarines Sur

Catanduanes

Ilocos Norte

Ilocos Sur

La Union

Pangasinan

Zambales

Pagasa also advised residents to cancel all marine activities, stay away from the coast or beaches, and follow updates from the weather bureau.

Due to storm Kristine, Pagasa raised Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 2 over areas in Luzon. It is expected to make landfall in either Isabela or Aurora province on Wednesday evening or early Thursday morning.

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