Tropical Storm Pilandok has intensified as it approaches the Philippine archipelago, bringing heavy rainfall to several provinces. As of September 1, 2026, the storm has prompted warnings from the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) regarding potential flooding.
Rainfall Forecasts and Affected Areas
The southwest monsoon, also known locally as 'habagat', is generating moderate to heavy rains across various regions, particularly affecting:
The heavy rainfall outlook is as follows:
Storm Movement and Impacts
Currently located 1,015 kilometers east of Northern Luzon, Pilandok is moving northwest at 10 kilometers per hour with sustained winds of 65 kilometers per hour and gusts up to 80 kilometers per hour. PAGASA anticipates that the storm may exit the Philippine Area of Responsibility by late September 2 or early September 3.
This year has already seen its share of tropical cyclones, and PAGASA has warned that two to three additional storms may develop in September.
Meteorologist Benison Estareja noted that haze from forest fires in Kalimantan, Indonesia, is also affecting visibility and air quality in parts of the Visayas and Mindanao.