Tropical Depression Luis is poised to make landfall in Northern Luzon on Monday, August 3, but the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) cautions that its course is still 'highly uncertain.'
As of late Sunday evening, Luis was located 200 kilometers east of Baler, Aurora, moving west-northwest at 15 kilometers per hour. It maintains maximum sustained winds of 55 kilometers per hour with gusts reaching 70 kilometers per hour.
PAGASA's latest bulletin indicates that Luis could intensify into a tropical storm by Monday morning before potentially weakening again. The storm is expected to veer northeast after landfall, eventually dissipating by Wednesday.
Rainfall Warnings and Potential Impacts
Heavy rainfall is anticipated across many areas in Luzon, raising concerns about flooding and landslides. Specific forecasts include:
Residents are urged to remain vigilant as minor vessels may face rough seas due to expected wave heights reaching up to 2.5 meters.
With Luis being the 12th tropical cyclone for 2026, the Philippines is reminded of its vulnerability to such weather events, especially during this season when multiple storms typically form.