Typhoon Uwan (Fung-wong) Intensifies as It Moves Closer to Eastern Visayas

UPDATE June 3, 2026 10:54 AM:

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BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — November 8, 2025 (5:00 AM):
Typhoon Uwan (Fung-wong) has further intensified while moving west-northwestward over the Philippine Sea east of Eastern Visayas, according to PAGASA’s latest bulletin. The typhoon continues to gain strength as it approaches the country, prompting the issuance of Tropical Cyclone Wind Signals (TCWS) No. 1 and 2 over several areas in Luzon and Visayas.

Current Status

• Location (as of 4:00 AM): 985 km east of Eastern Visayas (12.4°N, 133.7°E)

• Maximum sustained winds: 130 km/h near the center

• Gustiness: Up to 160 km/h

• Central pressure: 965 hPa

• Movement: West northwestward at 25 km/h

• Extent of winds: Strong to typhoon-force winds extending up to 780 km from the center

Areas Under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signals

Signal No. 2 (Gale-Force Winds)

Warning Lead Time: 24 hours
Wind Speeds: 62–88 km/h
Potential Impacts: Minor to moderate threat to life and property

Luzon:

• Catanduanes

Visayas:

• Eastern and central portions of Northern Samar: Lope de Vega, Palapag, Las Navas, Mapanas, Laoang, Catubig, Mondragon, Lapinig, Pambujan, Catarman, San Roque, Silvino Lobos, Gamay

• Northeastern portion of Samar: Matuguinao, San Jose de Buan

• Northern portion of Eastern Samar: Maslog, San Policarpo, Dolores, Jipapad, Oras, Arteche

Signal No. 1 (Strong Winds)

Warning Lead Time: 36 hours
Wind Speeds: 39–61 km/h
Potential Impacts: Minimal to minor threat to life and property

Luzon:
Cagayan (including Babuyan Islands), Isabela, Quirino, Nueva Vizcaya, Apayao, Abra, Kalinga, Mountain Province, Ifugao, Benguet, Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, La Union, Pangasinan, Aurora, Nueva Ecija, Bulacan, Tarlac, Pampanga, Zambales, Bataan, Metro Manila, Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Rizal, Quezon (including Polillo Islands), Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, Albay, Sorsogon, Masbate (including Ticao and Burias Islands), Marinduque, Romblon, Oriental Mindoro, Occidental Mindoro (including Lubang Islands), and Calamian Islands.

Visayas:

• Rest of Northern Samar, Samar, and Eastern Samar

• Biliran, Leyte, Southern Leyte

• Northeastern portion of Bohol (Getafe, Talibon, Buenavista, Trinidad, San Miguel, Ubay, Alicia, Mabini, Bien Unido, Pres. Carlos P. Garcia)

• Northern and central portions of Cebu (Medellin, Daanbantayan, City of Bogo, Tabogon, San Remigio, Tabuelan, Borbon, Sogod, Tuburan, Catmon, Carmen, Danao City, Compostela, Liloan, Consolacion, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, Cordova, Asturias, Cebu City, Balamban, City of Talisay, Toledo City, Minglanilla) including Bantayan and Camotes Islands

• Northern portion of Negros Occidental (City of Escalante, Toboso, Sagay City, Cadiz City, Calatrava, Manapla, City of Victorias, Enrique B. Magalona, Silay City, City of Talisay, San Carlos City, Salvador Benedicto, Murcia, Bacolod City)

• Northern and central portions of Iloilo (Carles, Estancia, Balasan, San Dionisio, Concepcion, Batad, Sara, Ajuy, Barotac Viejo, San Rafael, Lemery, Lambunao, Calinog, Bingawan, City of Passi, San Enrique, Anilao, Banate, Dingle, Dueñas, Janiuay, Badiangan, Mina, Pototan, Barotac Nuevo, Dumangas)

• Capiz, Aklan, and northern and central portions of Antique (Pandan, Libertad, Sebaste, Culasi, Valderrama, Tibiao, Barbaza, Laua-An, Bugasong) including Caluya Islands

Mindanao:

• Dinagat Islands

• Surigao del Norte

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Track and Intensity Outlook

Typhoon Uwan is expected to move west-northwestward until Monday (November 10) before curving north-northwestward by Tuesday (November 11).

• Possible Landfall: Southern Isabela or northern Aurora between late Sunday night and early Monday morning.

• After Landfall: The system will cross Northern Luzon and exit into the West Philippine Sea by Monday.

• Intensity Forecast: Uwan may reach super typhoon strength tonight or early tomorrow before landfall. It will gradually weaken while traversing Luzon but remain a typhoon.

Hazards Affecting Land Areas

Heavy Rainfall

Refer to Weather Advisory No. 5 for rainfall details. Localized intense rainfall is expected in Visayas and Luzon starting today.

Severe Winds

• Signal No. 2: Minor to moderate impacts possible.

• Signal No. 1: Minimal to minor impacts possible.

• Maximum Expected Signal: TCWS No. 5 during Uwan’s peak.

Occasional gusty conditions may also affect Palawan, Visayas, and Mindanao (Nov. 8–9) and Luzon and Visayas (Nov. 10) even outside signal areas.

Storm Surge and Coastal Flooding

There is a high risk of life-threatening storm surge exceeding 3.0 meters within 48 hours along coastal areas of Isabela, Aurora, Quezon (including Polillo Islands), Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, Catanduanes, Albay, Sorsogon, Northern Samar, and Eastern Samar.
Residents in these areas should monitor Storm Surge Warning No. 2 and coordinate with local authorities.

Hazards Affecting Coastal Waters

A Gale Warning is in effect over the northern and eastern seaboards of Luzon and the eastern seaboard of Visayas.

• Wave heights: May reach up to 14 meters in the most affected areas such as Catanduanes and the eastern coast of Camarines Sur.

• Sea travel: Risky for all types of vessels. Mariners are strongly advised to stay in port or seek shelter until conditions improve.

Advisory

Residents, travelers, and local authorities are urged to:

• Monitor official bulletins from PAGASA and local disaster offices.

• Prepare for possible evacuations in flood-prone and coastal communities.

• Avoid sea travel across eastern seaboards and areas under wind signals.

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For more information, see our complete guide on Typhoon Uwan Now Over La Union; Benguet still under Signal No. 4.