What are the current conditions of Typhoon Emong?

As of 8:00 AM, July 25, 2025, Typhoon Emong has weakened to a severe tropical storm while crossing the Cordillera, but it continues to bring heavy rains, strong winds, and dangerous sea conditions across Northern Luzon.

How does the terrain of the Cordillera affect typhoons?

The rugged terrain of the Cordillera Administrative Region contributes to the weakening of typhoons as they cross the area, disrupting their structure and reducing wind speeds.

What safety precautions should be taken during severe tropical storms?

During severe tropical storms like Typhoon Emong, it's essential to stay indoors, avoid flooded areas, secure loose objects outside, and follow updates from local authorities regarding evacuation or safety measures.

What is typhoon emong?

Typhoon Emong is a tropical storm that has recently impacted Candon City, Ilocos Sur, making landfall and then weakening as it moves through the Cordillera mountains. Although it has downgraded to a severe tropical storm, it is still generating heavy rainfall and strong winds, posing risks to affected areas.

What signal is typhoon emong?

Typhoon Emong is classified as a severe tropical storm after weakening while crossing the Cordillera Administrative Region. It remains a significant weather event, still capable of producing heavy rainfall and strong winds in affected areas.

What category is typhoon emong?

Typhoon Emong is categorized as a severe tropical storm as of the latest update on May 20, 2026. It has weakened from its original typhoon status while crossing the Cordillera Administrative Region, but it still poses risks due to heavy rains and strong winds.

What is after typhoon emong?

After Typhoon Emong, the area may experience residual weather effects, including heavy rains and wind as the system continues to weaken. Residents should remain cautious and monitor local forecasts for updates on potential flooding and other weather-related impacts.

What year is typhoon emong?

Typhoon Emong occurred in 2026, with significant updates reported on May 20 of that year as it weakened while crossing the Cordillera Administrative Region in the Philippines.

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Typhoon Emong Weakens to a Severe Tropical Storm While Crossing the Cordillera

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UPDATE May 20, 2026 10:59 AM:

Typhoon Emong, after making landfall in Candon City, Ilocos Sur earlier this morning, is now weakening as it traverses the rugged terrain of the Cordillera Administrative Region. Despite this downgrade in strength, the system continues to bring heavy rains, strong winds, and dangerous sea conditions across Northern Luzon and nearby regions.

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Current Status

As of 8:00 AM, July 25, 2025:

Location: San Isidro, Abra (17.5°N, 120.6°E)
Movement: North Northeastward at 25 km/h
Maximum sustained winds: 100 km/h near the center
Gustiness: Up to 165 km/h

Forecast Track

Emong Forecast Track July 25, 2025 8AM

July 25, 5:00 PM: 90 km East of Basco, Batanes
July 26, 5:00 AM: 435 km Northeast of Itbayat, Batanes
July 26, 5:00 PM: 715 km North Northeast of Itbayat, Batanes (Outside PAR)
July 27, 5:00 AM: 810 km North Northeast of Extreme Northern Luzon (Outside PAR)

Areas Under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signals

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Wind Signal No. 3

Ilocos Norte
Ilocos Sur
Northern La Union: Bangar, Sudipen, Balaoan, Luna, Santol, Bacnotan, San Gabriel, Bagulin, San Juan, City of San Fernando
Apayao
Abra
Western Kalinga: Balbalan, Pasil, Tinglayan, Lubuagan
Western Mountain Province: Besao, Tadian, Sagada, Bauko, Sabangan, Bontoc, Sadanga
Northwestern Benguet: Mankayan, Bakun, Kibungan, Kapangan
Northern and Western Cagayan: Santa Praxedes, Claveria, Sanchez-Mira, Pamplona, Abulug, Ballesteros, Rizal, Lasam, Allacapan, Aparri

Wind Signal No. 2

Batanes
Rest of mainland Cagayan including Babuyan Islands
Northern and Western Isabela: Cordon, Santiago City, Ramon, San Isidro, Alicia, San Mateo, Cabatuan, San Manuel, Luna, Aurora, Burgos, Roxas, Quirino, Mallig, Delfin Albano, Quezon, Cabagan, Santa Maria, San Pablo, Maconacon, Santo Tomas, Tumauini, Gamu, Ilagan City, Cauayan City, Reina Mercedes, Naguilian
Northwestern Quirino: Diffun
Western and Central Nueva Vizcaya: Kayapa, Santa Fe, Ambaguio, Aritao, Bambang, Bayombong, Villaverde, Solano, Bagabag, Dupax del Sur, Dupax del Norte, Kasibu, Quezon, Diadi
Rest of Kalinga and Mountain Province
Ifugao
Rest of Benguet and La Union
Northwestern Pangasinan: Bolinao, Anda

Wind Signal No. 1

Rest of Pangasinan
Rest of Isabela, Quirino, and Nueva Vizcaya
Northern and Central Aurora: Dilasag, Casiguran, Dinalungan, Dipaculao
Northern Nueva Ecija: Nampicuan, Cuyapo, Guimba, Talugtug, Science City of Muñoz, San Jose City, Lupao, Carranglan, Pantabangan
Northern Tarlac: San Clemente, Camiling, Moncada, San Manuel, Anao, Paniqui, Santa Ignacia, Mayantoc, San Jose, Tarlac City, Victoria, Pura, Gerona, Ramos
Northern Zambales: Santa Cruz, Candelaria, Masinloc, Palauig, Iba

Heavy Rainfall Outlook

Heavy to intense rains persist over affected areas. Flood-prone and landslide-prone zones, particularly in Benguet, La Union, Pangasinan, and the Cordillera highlands, should remain on alert and follow local evacuation orders.

Storm Surge Risk

Moderate to high risk (1.0 to 3.0 m surge): Batanes, Babuyan Islands, Cagayan, Isabela, Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, La Union, Pangasinan, Zambales

Sea Conditions

High seas: Western Ilocos Sur, La Union, Pangasinan (up to 9.0 m)
Rough seas: Zambales, Bataan, Batangas, Lubang Islands, Occidental Mindoro, Cagayan, Isabela, Palawan, Aurora, Babuyan Islands, Batanes, Marinduque, Kalayaan Islands, Romblon, and nearby seaboards
Advice: All types of vessels should remain in port. Small crafts and motorbancas should not venture out.

Safety Precautions

Evacuate from low-lying and coastal areas as advised by local authorities.
Stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel.
Prepare emergency kits and stay informed through official PAGASA bulletins and local DRRM updates.

Stay alert and keep monitoring advisories as Typhoon Emong continues to move northeastward and gradually weakens over Northern Luzon.

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