Super Typhoon Mawar even stronger as it roars closer to PAR border | Inquirer News

Super Typhoon Mawar even stronger as it roars closer to PAR border

PAGASA LATEST BULLETIN: 215 KPH WINDS, 260 KPH GUSTS; 1,705 KM EAST OF SE LUZON, MOVING WEST AT 20 KPH
/ 12:45 PM May 26, 2023

MANILA, Philippines — Super Typhoon Mawar has slightly intensified as it advances closer to the border of the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR) on Friday noon, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said.

Mawar packs a mean punch with 215 kilometers per hour (kph) winds near its core, with gusts charging at 260 kph. Currently positioned 1,705 kilometers east of Southeastern Luzon, the typhoon is moving westward at 20 kph. Upon entering the Philippine Area of Responsibility, Betty will be locally renamed.

Article continues after this advertisement

The weather bureau forecasts that Mawar will enter the PAR as a super typhoon between Friday night and Saturday morning, moving west-northwest towards Luzon by Monday or Tuesday. Mawar is unlikely to make landfall, but a slight change in its course could put northern Cagayan towns in its direct path.

FEATURED STORIES

READ: LIST: Class suspensions on Friday, May 26, due to Mawar

If Mawar slightly shifts north, it may approach Japan’s southern islands, yet Pagasa’s models still predict potential tropical cyclone wind signals and heavy rainfall in Northern Luzon starting Sunday night or Monday morning.

Article continues after this advertisement

READ: PPA suspends sea trips due to Super Typhoon Mawar

Article continues after this advertisement

“In addition, strong to storm-force conditions may be experienced over Extreme Northern Luzon, while strong to gale-force conditions are possible over the northern and eastern portions of Northern Luzon mainland,” the state weather service noted.

Article continues after this advertisement

“As a result, wind signals will be raised by tomorrow evening in preparation for these severe winds,” it added.

Apart from its own strength, Mawar is seen to enhance the southwest monsoon (locally termed habagat) which may bring rain over the western portions of Central Luzon, Southern Luzon, and Visayas starting Sunday or Monday (May 29).

Article continues after this advertisement

RELATED STORY

Super Typhoon Mawar further intensifies; may peak in 24-36 hrs – Pagasa

kga/abc
Your subscription could not be saved. Please try again.
Your subscription has been successful.

Subscribe to our daily newsletter

By providing an email address. I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy.

TAGS: Mawar, PAGASA, super typhoon, Weather

Your subscription could not be saved. Please try again.
Your subscription has been successful.

Subscribe to our newsletter!

By providing an email address. I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy.

© Copyright 1997-2024 INQUIRER.net | All Rights Reserved

This is an information message

We use cookies to enhance your experience. By continuing, you agree to our use of cookies. Learn more here.