Nika intensified into a typhoon and continue to threaten Luzon

Typhoon Nika continues to intensify as it moves west-northwestward towards Luzon. The typhoon is expected to make landfall over Aurora or Isabela this morning, bringing significant wind threats and heavy rainfall to affected areas.

Current Location and Intensity

• Location: 100 km East Southeast of Casiguran, Aurora (16.0°N, 123.0°E)
• Maximum Winds: 120 km/h, gustiness up to 150 km/h
• Movement: West northwestward at 20 km/h
• Forecast: Expected to further intensify before landfall, weakening as it crosses Luzon.

Areas Under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signals

TCWS No. 4 (Typhoon-force winds)

• Wind threat: Significant to severe threat to life and property
• Warning lead time: 12 hours
• Range of wind speeds: 118 to 184 km/h
• LUZON:
  • Northernmost portion of Aurora:
    • Dilasag
    • Casiguran
  • Central and southern portions of Isabela:
    • Dinapigue
    • San Mariano
    • San Guillermo
    • Jones
    • Echague
    • Ramon
    • San Isidro
    • City of Santiago
    • Cordon
    • Roxas
    • Burgos
    • Reina Mercedes
    • Naguilian
    • Benito Soliven
    • Gamu
    • San Manuel
    • Aurora
    • San Mateo
    • Cabatuan
    • Alicia
    • Luna
    • City of Cauayan
    • Angadanan
    • Quezon
    • Mallig
    • Quirino
    • Ilagan City
    • Delfin Albano
    • San Agustin
  • Southeastern portion of Abra:
    • Tubo
    • Boliney
    • Daguioman
    • Bucloc
    • Malibcong
  • Central and eastern portions of Mountain Province:
    • Sadanga
    • Bontoc
    • Barlig
    • Natonin
    • Paracelis
  • Eastern portion of Ifugao:
    • Aguinaldo
    • Mayoyao
    • Alfonso Lista
  • Western and southern portions of Kalinga:
    • Tanudan
    • Tinglayan
    • Pasil
    • Lubuagan
    • Balbalan
    • City of Tabuk

TCWS No. 3 (Storm-force winds)

• Wind threat: Moderate to significant threat to life and property
• Warning lead time: 18 hours
• Range of wind speeds: 89 to 117 km/h
• LUZON:
  • Northern portion of Aurora:
    • Dinalungan
  • Northeastern portion of Nueva Vizcaya:
    • Diadi
    • Bagabag
    • Quezon
    • Solano
    • Villaverde
    • Kasibu
    • Ambaguio
    • Bayombong
  • Northern portion of Quirino:
    • Diffun
    • Cabarroguis
    • Aglipay
    • Saguday
    • Maddela
  • Rest of Isabela
  • Southwestern portion of Cagayan:
    • Enrile
    • Solana
    • Tuao
    • Tuguegarao City
    • Rizal
    • Piat
  • Rest of Abra
  • Southern portion of Apayao:
    • Conner
    • Kabugao
  • Rest of Kalinga
  • Rest of Mountain Province
  • Rest of Ifugao
  • Northern portion of Benguet:
    • Buguias
    • Mankayan
    • Bakun
  • Southern portion of Ilocos Norte:
    • Laoag City
    • Sarrat
    • San Nicolas
    • Piddig
    • Marcos
    • Nueva Era
    • Dingras
    • Bacarra
    • Solsona
    • Paoay
    • Currimao
    • Pinili
    • Badoc
    • City of Batac
    • Banna
  • Ilocos Sur (entire province)

TCWS No. 2 (Gale-force winds)

• Wind threat: Minor to moderate threat to life and property
• Warning lead time: 24 hours
• Range of wind speeds: 62 to 88 km/h
• LUZON:
  • Central portion of Aurora:
    • Dipaculao
    • Maria Aurora
    • Baler
  • Rest of Nueva Vizcaya
  • Rest of Quirino
  • Northwestern and eastern portions of Cagayan:
    • Iguig
    • Peñablanca
    • Baggao
    • Alcala
    • Amulung
    • Santo Niño
    • Gattaran
    • Lasam
    • Santa Praxedes
    • Claveria
    • Sanchez-Mira
    • Pamplona
    • Abulug
    • Allacapan
    • Ballesteros
    • Lal-Lo
    • Aparri
    • Camalaniugan
    • Buguey
    • Santa Teresita
    • Gonzaga
  • Rest of Apayao
  • Rest of Benguet
  • Rest of Ilocos Norte
  • La Union (entire province)
  • Northeastern portion of Pangasinan:
    • San Nicolas
    • Natividad
    • San Quintin
    • Sison
    • San Manuel
    • Umingan
    • Tayug
  • Northern portion of Nueva Ecija:
    • Carranglan
    • Pantabangan
    • Lupao
    • San Jose City

TCWS No. 1 (Strong winds)

• Wind threat: Minimal to minor threat to life and property
• Warning lead time: 36 hours
• Range of wind speeds: 39 to 61 km/h
• LUZON:
  • Rest of Aurora
  • Rest of Cagayan, including Babuyan Islands
  • Rest of Pangasinan
  • Rest of Nueva Ecija
  • Bulacan (entire province)
  • Pampanga (entire province)
  • Tarlac (entire province)
  • Northern and central portions of Zambales:
    • Santa Cruz
    • Candelaria
    • Masinloc
    • Palauig
    • Iba
    • Botolan
    • Cabangan
    • San Marcelino
    • San Felipe
    • San Narciso
  • Metro Manila (entire area)
  • Rizal (entire province)
  • Eastern portion of Laguna:
    • Santa Maria
    • Mabitac
    • Pakil
    • Pangil
    • Famy
    • Siniloan
    • Paete
    • Kalayaan
    • Cavinti
    • Lumban
    • Luisiana
    • Santa Cruz
    • Magdalena
    • Pagsanjan
    • Majayjay
    • Liliw
    • Nagcarlan
    • Pila
    • Victoria
  • Northern and eastern portions of Quezon:
    • Calauag
    • Infanta
    • Quezon
    • Alabat
    • Sampaloc
    • Mauban
    • Perez
    • Real
    • General Nakar
    • Tagkawayan
    • Guinayangan
  • Polillo Islands
  • Camarines Norte (entire province)
  • Northeastern portion of Camarines Sur:
    • Siruma
    • Tinambac
    • Garchitorena
    • Lagonoy

Track and Intensity Outlook

Typhoon Nika is forecast to make landfall over Aurora or Isabela this morning. Following landfall, it will traverse Northern Luzon, weakening due to land interaction. By this evening, Nika is expected to exit into the West Philippine Sea, continuing on a west-northwestward path before exiting the Philippine Area of Responsibility by tomorrow afternoon.

Advisory for Residents and Authorities

• Evacuate if Necessary: Those in high-risk areas, especially under TCWS No. 4, should evacuate as directed by local authorities.
• Prepare for Strong Winds and Heavy Rains: Winds and rain will intensify as Nika moves inland. Secure properties, avoid travel if possible, and prioritize safety.
• Stay Updated: Regular updates are crucial as conditions can change rapidly. Follow PAGASA bulletins and heed any emergency instructions.

Stay safe, prioritize preparation, and monitor updates as Typhoon Nika approaches Northern Luzon.