Severe Tropical Storm Kiyapo (Noul) has intensified as it approaches the Babuyan Islands, prompting authorities to raise Signal No. 3 for three of the islands in the group. As of July 24, 2026, Kiyapo's maximum sustained winds reached 95 kilometers per hour.
Storm's Current Status and Path
According to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA), Kiyapo is currently over the coastal waters of Calayan Island, moving west-northwest at 25 kilometers per hour.
Kiyapo is the 11th tropical cyclone for the Philippines in 2026 and the fourth in July alone.
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Areas Under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signals
PAGASA also reported that the storm's outer bands are contributing to strong to gale-force winds across many regions, exacerbating the weather conditions associated with the southwest monsoon.
Rainfall and Flood Risk
Heavy rainfall is expected in Northern Luzon, with PAGASA forecasting 100-200 millimeters in areas like Cagayan and Apayao within the next 24 hours.
As the storm progresses, concerns about flooding and landslides have risen, particularly in vulnerable areas.
Travel and Sea Conditions
Travel conditions at sea are also expected to be perilous, with PAGASA warning of moderate to very rough seas in several coastal areas.
As Kiyapo moves out of the Philippine Area of Responsibility, it may gain strength, potentially developing into a typhoon before making landfall in mainland China.