(Eagle News) — Typhoon “Maymay” is now outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR). It has slightly weakened with maximum sustained winds of 180 kilometers per hour near the center and gustiness of up to 220 kph, down from its previous strength of 190 kph in maximum sustained winds and gusts of up to 230 kph. But PAGASA said that “Maymay” still continues to enhance the southwest monsoon. “The typhoon has no direct […]
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PAGASA: “Chaba” to enter PAR on Saturday
QUEZON CITY, Philippines — Luzon this weekend will likely take a breather from onslaught of downpour and strong winds despite a new tropical cyclone’s expected entry into the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR) on Saturday (October 1). The Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) noted that even if ‘Chaba’ enters PAR this Saturday as expected, it won’t enhance the rain-driving southwest monsoon or ‘habagat’ in the country. Pagasa also said “Helen” is over china and […]





