Severe Tropical Storm FALCON has intensified as it continues to accelerate northward over the Philippine Sea. As of 4:00 PM, the center of the storm was estimated approximately 1,170 km East of Northern Luzon (19.7°N, 132.6°E). It now possesses maximum sustained winds of 110 km/h near the center, with gusts reaching up to 135 km/h. Additionally, the central pressure has decreased to 975 hPa. FALCON is currently moving at a speed of 20 km/h.
The Southwest Monsoon, reinforced by Severe Tropical Storm FALCON, will bring occasional to monsoon rains over the western parts of Luzon and Visayas in the next three days. Forecasted rainfall is expected to be higher in elevated or mountainous areas, and under these conditions, flooding and rain-induced landslides are likely, especially in areas that are highly or very highly susceptible to such hazards, as indicated in hazard maps and in localities that have experienced considerable amounts of rainfall in recent days.
The current forecast scenario suggests that the hoisting of any Wind Signal due to FALCON over any locality in the country remains unlikely. However, the enhanced Southwest Monsoon will bring gusty conditions over specific areas, especially in coastal and upland/mountainous regions exposed to winds, on the following days:
Note: The next tropical cyclone bulletin will be issued at 11:00 PM today.
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