Tropical Storm Crising Maintains Strength Near Calayan, Cagayan

Tropical Storm Crising continues to affect Northern Luzon, with strong winds and heavy rain as it passes near Calayan, Cagayan. TCWS No. 1 and 2 are up for many areas.

Tropical Storm Crising (WIPHA) is passing close to Santa Ana and Calayan, Cagayan, bringing strong winds, heavy rainfall, and storm surges to Northern Luzon. Residents under wind signals are urged to stay alert and follow official advisories.

Track and Intensity Outlook

• Location of Center (as of 7:00 PM):
  Over the coastal waters of Calayan, Cagayan (18.9°N, 122.4°E)
• Movement: North northwestward at 20 km/h
• Intensity:
  • Maximum sustained winds: 75 km/h
  • Gustiness: up to 105 km/h
  • Central pressure: 990 hPa
• Extent of Winds:
  Strong to gale-force winds extend up to 550 km from the center

Tropical Cyclone Wind Signals (TCWS) In Effect

TCWS No. 2 (Gale-force winds, minor to moderate threat):

• Batanes
• Cagayan (including Babuyan Islands)
• Isabela
• Apayao
• Kalinga
• Northern and central portions of Abra (Manabo, Pidigan, San Juan, Tayum, Langiden, Boliney, Sallapadan, Bucloc, Lagangilang, Danglas, La Paz, Licuan-Baay, Tineg, Malibcong, Peñarrubia, San Isidro, Daguioman, San Quintin, Dolores, Lagayan, Bangued, Bucay, Lacub)
• Eastern portion of Mountain Province (Natonin, Paracelis)
• Eastern portion of Ifugao (Aguinaldo, Alfonso Lista)
• Ilocos Norte
• Northern portion of Ilocos Sur (Cabugao, Sinait, Magsingal, San Juan, San Ildefonso, Santo Domingo, Bantay, San Vicente, Santa Catalina, Caoayan, City of Vigan, Santa)

TCWS No. 1 (Strong winds, minimal to minor threat):

• Quirino
• Nueva Vizcaya
• Rest of Mountain Province
• Rest of Ifugao
• Rest of Abra
• Benguet
• Rest of Ilocos Sur
• La Union
• Northern portion of Pangasinan (San Nicolas, Natividad, San Quintin, San Manuel, Tayug, Sison, San Fabian, Pozorrubio, Laoac, Binalonan, San Jacinto, Manaoag, Mangaldan, Dagupan City, Binmaley, Lingayen, Labrador, Sual, City of Alaminos, Bolinao, Anda, Bani, Agno, Burgos, Mabini, Dasol, Calasiao, Santa Barbara, Mapandan, Bugallon)
• Northern portion of Aurora (Dilasag, Casiguran, Dinalungan, Dipaculao, Baler, Maria Aurora)
• Northeastern portion of Nueva Ecija (Carranglan, Pantabangan)

Heavy Rainfall Outlook

Widespread heavy rainfall is expected over Northern Luzon and nearby areas due to Tropical Storm Crising and the enhanced Southwest Monsoon. Localized flooding and landslides are possible, especially in mountainous and low-lying communities.

Severe Winds

• Minor to moderate impacts from gale-force winds possible under Signal No. 2
• Minimal to minor impacts from strong winds possible under Signal No. 1
• Local winds may be stronger in coastal and mountainous areas

Southwest Monsoon Gusts:

• Tonight: Zambales, Bataan, Cavite, Batangas, Quezon, Bicol Region, MIMAROPA, Visayas, Zamboanga del Norte, Camiguin, Misamis Oriental, Misamis Occidental, Lanao del Norte, Surigao del Norte, Dinagat Islands, Davao Occidental, Davao Oriental, Sarangani
• Tomorrow: Metro Manila, Pangasinan, Central Luzon, CALABARZON, MIMAROPA, Bicol Region, Visayas, Zamboanga Peninsula, Basilan, Sulu, Tawi-Tawi, Misamis Occidental, Lanao del Norte, Camiguin, Surigao del Norte, Dinagat Islands, Davao Occidental, Davao Oriental
• Sunday (July 20): Metro Manila, Ilocos Region, Central Luzon, CALABARZON, MIMAROPA, Bicol Region, Western Visayas, Samar, Northern Samar

Hazards Affecting Coastal Waters

Gale Warning

A Gale Warning is hoisted over the northern and eastern seaboards of Northern Luzon.

24-Hour Sea Condition Outlook

Very Rough Seas:

• Up to 6.0 m: Batanes, Babuyan Islands
• Up to 4.5 m: Northern Ilocos Norte, remaining seaboards of Cagayan, seaboard of Isabela
  Sea travel is risky for all vessels. Mariners must remain in port or seek shelter until conditions improve.

Rough Seas:

• Up to 3.5 m: Western Ilocos Norte, Zambales, Bataan, Batangas, Occidental Mindoro (including Lubang Islands), Palawan, Antique; southern Iloilo; western and southern Negros Occidental, Guimaras
• Up to 3.0 m: Southern Negros Oriental, Cebu, Bohol; seaboards of Siquijor, Camiguin; northern Zamboanga Peninsula; eastern Davao Oriental; remaining Palawan
  Small seacrafts and motorbancas advised not to venture out under these conditions.

Moderate Seas:

• Up to 2.5 m: Northeastern Aurora, Northern Samar; eastern Catanduanes, Eastern Samar; remaining Negros Oriental, Negros Occidental, Guimaras, Cebu, Bohol; northern/western Masbate; southern Quezon, Marinduque, Oriental Mindoro, Southern Leyte; northern Misamis Oriental, Agusan del Norte, Surigao del Norte
• Up to 2.0 m: Remaining Aurora, Polillo Islands, Catanduanes, Northern Samar; northern Camarines Norte; eastern Camarines Sur; Misamis Occidental, Lanao del Norte, Dinagat Islands
  Motorbancas and similar vessels should take precautions and avoid navigation if possible.

Track Outlook

• Crising will move west northwestward within the next 12 hours, possibly making landfall or passing close to Babuyan Islands tonight.
• Afterward, Crising will continue to move west northwest and is expected to exit the Philippine Area of Responsibility by tomorrow morning or afternoon.
• The storm may intensify to Severe Tropical Storm by tomorrow evening or early Sunday.

Residents and local officials are advised to take all necessary precautions, especially in flood- and landslide-prone areas. Monitor official updates and heed evacuation instructions.