The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) has forecasted that the southwest monsoon, locally known as habagat, will bring significant rainfall to various regions, particularly in Luzon and the Visayas.
Affected Areas and Weather Conditions
According to Pagasa's early morning bulletin, regions including Occidental Mindoro, Zambales, and Bataan will see the heaviest downpours. Other areas experiencing occasional rains include:
Pagasa has issued warnings regarding the potential for flash floods and landslides in areas that may experience moderate to heavy rainfall.
In related news, Typhoon Dolphin is currently located outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility, approximately 810 kilometers northeast of extreme northern Luzon. It boasts maximum sustained winds of 155 kilometers per hour and gusts up to 190 kilometers per hour, moving southwest at 15 kilometers per hour.