Rosal Weakens Into Typhoon; Batanes Under Signal No. 2, Apayao Under Signal No. 1

Typhoon Rosal has weakened from a super typhoon but continues to threaten parts of Northern Luzon, with Batanes under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 2 and Apayao among the areas under Signal No. 1.

In Tropical Cyclone Bulletin No. 10 issued at 5:00 PM on Thursday, October 22, 2026, PAGASA reported that Rosal is moving northwestward over the Philippine Sea east of Batanes.

The typhoon is forecast to make its closest approach to Extreme Northern Luzon between Thursday afternoon and Friday morning, October 23.

Rosal Weakens but Remains a Powerful Typhoon

As of 4:00 PM on October 22, the center of Typhoon Rosal was estimated at 350 kilometers east of Itbayat, Batanes.

Rosal has maximum sustained winds of 165 km/h near its center, gustiness of up to 205 km/h, and a central pressure of 940 hPa.

It is moving northwestward at 15 km/h, with strong to typhoon-force winds extending outward up to 900 kilometers from its center.

Although Rosal has weakened from a super typhoon, it remains capable of producing damaging winds and hazardous sea conditions.

Batanes Under Signal No. 2

PAGASA has placed the following areas under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 2:

• Batanes
• Northeastern portion of Babuyan Islands, specifically Babuyan Island

Signal No. 2 indicates the threat of gale-force winds ranging from 62 to 88 km/h, with a warning lead time of 24 hours.

Minor to moderate impacts on life and property are possible in affected areas.

PAGASA said Signal No. 3 may still be raised over Batanes, although this would become less likely if Rosal follows a more north-northwestward track.

Apayao, Ilocos Norte and Other Areas Under Signal No. 1

The following areas are under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1:

• Apayao
• Ilocos Norte
• Mainland Cagayan
• Remaining portions of Babuyan Islands
• Northeastern Isabela: Maconacon, Divilacan, Santa Maria, Cabagan, San Pablo and Palanan

Signal No. 1 indicates a threat of strong winds ranging from 39 to 61 km/h, with a warning lead time of 36 hours.

Minimal to minor impacts on life and property are possible.

Baguio City and Benguet are not included in the areas under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signals in this bulletin.

Strong to Gale-Force Gusts May Affect Most of Luzon and Visayas

Apart from the areas under Wind Signals, PAGASA warned that the Northeasterly Windflow and the outer circulation of Rosal will bring strong to gale-force gusts over several parts of the country.

The following areas may be affected:

Thursday, October 22

Most of Luzon and Visayas, Zamboanga Peninsula, BARMM, Northern Mindanao, Davao Region, Agusan del Norte, Surigao del Norte, Dinagat Islands and Sarangani.

Friday, October 23

Most of Luzon and Visayas, Davao Region, Zamboanga del Norte, Misamis Occidental and Camiguin.

Saturday, October 24

Batanes, Babuyan Islands, Ilocos Norte, Polillo Islands, Bicol Region, Romblon, Capiz, Iloilo and Negros Occidental.

PAGASA noted that winds may be stronger in exposed coastal, upland and mountainous areas.

Residents of Baguio City, Benguet and other parts of the Cordillera should continue monitoring local weather advisories, particularly regarding strong winds in mountainous areas.

Heavy Rainfall Outlook

PAGASA referred the public to Weather Advisory No. 9, issued at 5:00 PM on October 22, for the latest heavy rainfall outlook associated with Rosal.

The tropical cyclone bulletin does not provide specific rainfall amounts or a detailed list of areas expected to experience heavy rainfall.

Residents are advised to monitor the latest rainfall warnings and weather advisories from their respective PAGASA Regional Services Divisions.

Waves May Reach 12 Meters Near Batanes

Rosal continues to produce hazardous sea conditions, particularly along the northern and eastern seaboards of Luzon.

According to PAGASA’s 24-hour sea condition outlook, waves may reach:

• Up to 12 meters: Northern and eastern seaboards of Batanes
• Up to 9 meters: Babuyan Islands, remaining seaboard of Batanes and northeastern mainland Cagayan
• Up to 7 meters: Remaining mainland Cagayan seaboard and northern Isabela
• Up to 6 meters: Northern Ilocos Norte
• Up to 5.5 meters: Remaining seaboards of Ilocos Norte and Isabela
• Up to 4.5 meters: Ilocos Sur, northern Aurora, northern and eastern Polillo Islands and Catanduanes, and northern Camarines Norte and Camarines Sur

Rough seas are also forecast along other coastal areas, including northern La Union and western Pangasinan, where waves may reach 4 meters.

PAGASA warned that sea travel is risky for vessels of all sizes in areas experiencing very rough to very high seas.

A Gale Warning remains in effect over the seaboard of Northern Luzon and the eastern seaboards of Central and Southern Luzon.

Rosal Expected to Exit PAR by Friday Night or Saturday Morning

PAGASA forecasts Rosal to continue moving generally northwestward until Friday morning, October 23.

It is expected to turn north-northwestward by Friday afternoon before recurving north-northeastward by Saturday, October 24.

Under the current forecast, Rosal will exit the Philippine Area of Responsibility by Friday evening or early Saturday morning.

The typhoon is expected to weaken gradually within the next 24 hours.

By Saturday, Rosal may begin weakening more rapidly and could be downgraded into a severe tropical storm.

PAGASA emphasized that the forecast track may still change and that heavy rainfall and severe winds can affect areas outside the forecast confidence cone.

Public Advised to Remain Alert

PAGASA advised residents in areas vulnerable to strong winds, flooding and landslides to take necessary precautions and follow instructions from local authorities.

For Baguio City, Benguet and the rest of the Cordillera, residents should continue monitoring official advisories concerning strong winds, rainfall and other weather hazards.

The next Tropical Cyclone Bulletin is scheduled for 11:00 PM on Thursday, October 22, 2026.

Sources:

• DOST-PAGASA, Tropical Cyclone Bulletin No. 10 for Typhoon Rosal (Champi), issued October 22, 2026, at 5:00 PM.