Francisco Intensifies Into a Super Typhoon

Francisco has intensified into a super typhoon east of Cagayan, while Wind Signal No. 1 remains raised over Batanes and parts of Cagayan and Babuyan Islands.

Francisco has intensified into a super typhoon while moving west-northwestward over the Philippine Sea, according to DOST-PAGASA’s Tropical Cyclone Bulletin No. 9 issued at 11:00 PM on Monday, June 22, 2026.

As of 10:00 PM, the center of the eye of Super Typhoon Francisco was estimated at 440 kilometers east of Tuguegarao City or 450 kilometers east of Aparri, Cagayan.

Francisco has maximum sustained winds of 185 kilometers per hour near the center, gustiness of up to 230 kilometers per hour, and a central pressure of 940 hPa.

It is moving west-northwestward at 15 kilometers per hour.

Strong to typhoon-force winds extend outward up to 360 kilometers from the center.

Wind Signal No. 1 Remains Raised

Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1 remains in effect over the following areas:

Luzon

– Batanes

– Northeastern Cagayan, particularly Gonzaga and Santa Ana

– Eastern Babuyan Islands, including Babuyan Island, Didicas Island, and Camiguin Island

Areas under Signal No. 1 may experience strong winds ranging from 39 to 61 kilometers per hour within 36 hours.

PAGASA said minimal to minor impacts on lives and property are possible in these areas.

Local winds may be stronger in coastal, upland, and mountainous locations exposed to the prevailing wind direction.

Should Francisco’s forecast track shift farther west, PAGASA said Wind Signal No. 2 may be the highest signal raised during the cyclone’s passage.

Heavy Rainfall Outlook

PAGASA advised the public to refer to Weather Advisory No. 4 for the heavy rainfall outlook associated with Super Typhoon Francisco and the Southwest Monsoon.

Heavy rainfall and severe winds may still affect areas outside Francisco’s forecast confidence cone. Residents should continue monitoring rainfall warnings and advisories from their local PAGASA regional office.

Habagat to Bring Strong Gusts

The Southwest Monsoon and the outer circulation of Francisco will bring strong to gale-force gusts, particularly in exposed coastal and upland areas.

Monday, June 22

Strong gusts may affect most of Luzon, most of Visayas, Zamboanga Peninsula, Misamis Occidental, Lanao del Norte, Camiguin, Surigao del Norte, Dinagat Islands, Davao Occidental, and Davao Oriental.

Tuesday, June 23

Strong to gale-force gusts may affect most of Luzon, Visayas, Zamboanga Peninsula, Northern Mindanao, Surigao del Norte, Dinagat Islands, Davao Occidental, and Davao Oriental.

Wednesday, June 24

Strong gusts may affect most of Luzon and Visayas, Misamis Occidental, Lanao del Norte, Camiguin, Dinagat Islands, Davao Occidental, and Davao Oriental.

Rough Seas Over Northern Luzon

A westward shift in Francisco’s track may result in the raising of a Gale Warning on Tuesday, particularly over the eastern seaboards of Batanes, Babuyan Islands, and mainland Cagayan.

Waves reaching up to 4 meters may affect the eastern seaboards of Batanes and Babuyan Islands.

Seas of up to 3.5 meters may affect the northeastern coast of mainland Cagayan, while waves of up to 3 meters may affect the remaining seaboards of mainland Cagayan, as well as the eastern coasts of Isabela and northern Aurora.

Operators of small vessels, including motorbancas, are advised not to venture out to sea under these conditions, especially when inexperienced or using poorly equipped vessels.

Moderate seas with waves ranging from 2 to 2.5 meters may also affect several coastal areas in Luzon, Bicol, Eastern Visayas, Caraga, and the Davao Region.

Francisco May Reach Peak Intensity Soon

Francisco is forecast to gradually slow down while moving generally northwestward until Tuesday before turning toward the Ryukyu Islands in southern Japan.

Based on the current forecast, the super typhoon will remain far from the Philippine landmass. However, PAGASA said a slight westward shift in its track remains possible.

Francisco may continue intensifying and reach its peak strength within the next 12 hours. A weakening trend is expected afterward as environmental conditions become less favorable.

The super typhoon is forecast to leave the Philippine Area of Responsibility on Friday, June 26.

The public and local disaster risk reduction and management offices are advised to take the necessary measures to protect lives and property.

Residents in areas highly susceptible to weather-related hazards should follow evacuation orders and other instructions issued by local authorities.

The next tropical cyclone bulletin will be issued at 5:00 AM on Tuesday, June 23.

Source:

1. DOST-PAGASA Tropical Cyclone Bulletin No. 9, issued at 11:00 PM on June 22, 2026.