Excerpt: Kiyapo intensified into a tropical storm early Friday, July 24, 2026, while moving closer to Extreme Northern Luzon. Benguet and the rest of the Cordillera are now under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1, while Signal No. 2 has been raised over Batanes and parts of Cagayan and Ilocos Norte.
Kiyapo intensified into a tropical storm while moving closer to Extreme Northern Luzon early Friday, July 24, 2026, according to Tropical Cyclone Bulletin No. 8 issued by PAGASA at 5:00 AM.
As of 4:00 AM, the center of Tropical Storm Kiyapo, internationally known as Noul, was estimated at 345 kilometers east of Aparri, Cagayan.
Kiyapo now has maximum sustained winds of 65 kilometers per hour near the center, gustiness of up to 80 kilometers per hour, and a central pressure of 998 hectopascals.
The tropical storm was moving west northwestward at 30 kilometers per hour.
Strong to gale-force winds associated with Kiyapo extend as far as 450 kilometers from its center.
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Location as of 4:00 AM | 345 km east of Aparri, Cagayan |
| Coordinates | 18.2°N, 124.9°E |
| Maximum sustained winds | 65 km/h |
| Gustiness | Up to 80 km/h |
| Movement | West northwestward at 30 km/h |
| Central pressure | 998 hPa |
| Extent of strong to gale-force winds | Up to 450 km from the center |
| Next PAGASA bulletin | 8:00 AM, July 24, 2026 |
The whole province of Benguet is now under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1.
Signal No. 1 means strong winds ranging from 39 to 61 kilometers per hour may be experienced within approximately 36 hours. PAGASA said these conditions may pose a minimal to minor threat to life and property.
Baguio City was not separately named in the list of areas under wind signals. However, residents should continue taking precautions because the city is surrounded by Benguet and is located in an elevated and mountainous area.
PAGASA warned that winds may become stronger in upland and mountainous locations exposed to the prevailing wind direction.
The Southwest Monsoon and the outer circulation of Kiyapo are also expected to bring strong to gale-force gusts over most of the country on Friday.
Residents should secure roofs, signs, plant pots, outdoor furniture, construction materials, and other objects that may be blown away by sudden strong winds.
All provinces of the Cordillera Administrative Region are now under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1:
This is an expansion from the previous bulletin, when only northern portions of Benguet were under Signal No. 1.
Residents in exposed upland communities should prepare for stronger winds, especially along ridges, mountain roads, open areas, and locations with light or temporary structures.
Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 2 is in effect over the following areas:
Signal No. 2 means gale-force winds ranging from 62 to 88 kilometers per hour may be experienced within approximately 24 hours.
PAGASA said these conditions may pose a minor to moderate threat to life and property.
Signal No. 1 is also in effect over:
In Aurora, the signal covers Dilasag, Casiguran, Dinalungan, and Dipaculao.
PAGASA said the Southwest Monsoon and Kiyapo’s outer circulation will bring strong to gale-force gusts over the following areas:
The strongest gusts are more likely in exposed coastal and upland areas.
Rainfall associated with Kiyapo and the Southwest Monsoon may affect areas even outside the cyclone’s projected track or possible landfall area.
PAGASA referred the public to Weather Advisory No. 12 for the detailed heavy rainfall outlook.
The tropical cyclone bulletin did not provide specific rainfall amounts for Baguio City or Benguet. Residents should therefore continue monitoring rainfall advisories and warnings issued by PAGASA’s regional weather office and local disaster risk reduction authorities.
Prolonged or intense rainfall may increase the risk of flooding and landslides, particularly in low-lying communities, areas near waterways, steep slopes, and locations previously affected by ground movement.
PAGASA said the raising of Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 3 is not ruled out.
Signal No. 3 may be raised if Kiyapo intensifies into a severe tropical storm while crossing or passing near Batanes and the Babuyan Islands.
Residents of Extreme Northern Luzon should monitor succeeding bulletins because wind signals may still be expanded or upgraded.
Kiyapo is forecast to continue moving west northwestward toward the Luzon Strait until Saturday, July 25.
Based on PAGASA’s forecast track, the center of the tropical storm may pass close to the northeastern portion of mainland Cagayan between Friday morning and afternoon.
It may then pass very close to or make landfall in the vicinity of the Babuyan Islands between Friday afternoon and evening.
Kiyapo is forecast to leave the Philippine Area of Responsibility by Saturday morning.
PAGASA emphasized that the track may still shift within the forecast confidence cone.
Heavy rainfall and severe winds may also occur in areas outside the possible landfall point and the projected path of the storm.
Kiyapo is expected to continue intensifying while crossing or passing near Extreme Northern Luzon.
It may become a severe tropical storm after passing the Babuyan Islands.
PAGASA said Kiyapo may undergo rapid intensification over the West Philippine Sea and could reach typhoon category before making landfall over southern mainland China.
The system is expected to weaken after moving inland and interacting with mountainous terrain.
A Gale Warning is in effect over the northern seaboard of Northern Luzon.
Very rough seas with waves reaching up to 5.5 meters are expected over:
Waves reaching up to 4.5 meters are expected over:
Sea travel is considered dangerous for vessels of all sizes.
PAGASA advised all mariners to remain in port. Vessels already at sea should seek shelter or proceed to a safe harbor as soon as possible.
Waves reaching up to three meters are expected over:
Small vessels, including motorbancas, should not venture out to sea under these conditions.
Moderate to rough seas with waves of up to two to 2.5 meters are also forecast over several coastal areas in Luzon, the Visayas, and Mindanao.
Operators of motorbancas and similarly sized vessels should take precautionary measures and avoid sailing whenever possible.
Residents are advised to:
People living in areas highly or very highly susceptible to flooding and landslides should be prepared to evacuate when instructed.
The next Tropical Cyclone Bulletin for Kiyapo will be issued by PAGASA at 8:00 AM on Friday, July 24, 2026.
Source: DOST-PAGASA Tropical Cyclone Bulletin No. 8 for Tropical Storm Kiyapo, issued at 5:00 AM on July 24, 2026.
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