Typhoon Marce Makes Landfall in Cagayan, Bringing Life-Threatening Conditions

Typhoon Marce has made landfall over Santa Ana, Cagayan, with strong winds, torrential rain, and a high risk of storm surge. Residents in affected areas are advised to take immediate action to protect life and property.

Current Location and Intensity

• Position: Near Santa Ana, Cagayan (18.5°N, 122.0°E)
• Winds: Maximum sustained winds of 175 km/h, gusts up to 240 km/h, and central pressure of 940 hPa
• Movement: Westward at 10 km/h
• Wind Reach: Typhoon-force winds extend up to 560 km from the center

Tropical Cyclone Wind Signals

• Signal No. 4 (Significant to severe threat to life and property, with typhoon-force winds):
  • Luzon:
    • Northern portion of Cagayan:
      • Gonzaga
      • Santa Ana
      • Santa Teresita
      • Lal-Lo
      • Buguey
      • Aparri
      • Camalaniugan
      • Gattaran
      • Ballesteros
      • Allacapan
      • Abulug
      • Pamplona
      • Sanchez-Mira
      • Claveria
      • Santa Praxedes
      • Lasam
    • Babuyan Islands
    • Northern portion of Apayao:
      • Santa Marcela
      • Luna
      • Flora
      • Calanasan
      • Pudtol
    • Northern portion of Ilocos Norte:
      • Pagudpud
      • Bangui
      • Vintar
      • Dumalneg
      • Adams
      • Bacarra
      • Pasuquin
      • Burgos






• Signal No. 3 (Moderate to significant threat to life and property, with storm-force winds):
  • Luzon:
    • Batanes
    • Rest of Cagayan
    • Rest of Apayao
    • Rest of Ilocos Norte
    • Northern portion of Abra:
      • Tineg
      • Danglas
      • Lagayan
      • Lacub
      • San Juan
      • La Paz
      • Bangued
    • Northern portion of Ilocos Sur:
      • Sinait
      • Cabugao
      • San Juan
      • Magsingal
      • Santo Domingo
• Signal No. 2 (Minor to moderate threat to life and property, with gale-force winds):
  • Luzon:
    • Northern and central portions of Isabela:
      • San Pablo
      • Santa Maria
      • Divilacan
      • Tumauini
      • Maconacon
      • Cabagan
      • Santo Tomas
      • Quezon
      • Palanan
      • Ilagan City
      • Mallig
      • Delfin Albano
      • Quirino
      • San Mariano
      • Gamu
      • Roxas
      • Naguilian
      • Burgos
      • Reina Mercedes
      • Benito Soliven
      • Luna
      • Aurora
      • San Manuel
      • San Mateo
      • Alicia
      • Angadanan
      • City of Cauayan
      • Cabatuan
    • Rest of Abra
    • Kalinga
    • Mountain Province
    • Northern portion of Ifugao:
      • Alfonso Lista
      • Aguinaldo
      • Mayoyao
      • Banaue
      • Hungduan
    • Northern portion of Benguet:
      • Bakun
      • Mankayan
    • Rest of Ilocos Sur
    • Northern portion of La Union:
      • Sudipen
      • Bangar
      • Balaoan
      • Luna
      • Santol






• Signal No. 1 (Minimal to minor threat to life and property, with strong winds):
  • Luzon:
    • Rest of La Union
    • Pangasinan
    • Rest of Ifugao
    • Rest of Benguet
    • Rest of Isabela
    • Quirino
    • Nueva Vizcaya
    • Northern and central portions of Aurora:
      • Dilasag
      • Casiguran
      • Dinalungan
      • Dipaculao
      • Maria Aurora
      • Baler
    • Northern portion of Nueva Ecija:
      • Carranglan
    • Northern portion of Zambales:
      • Santa Cruz
      • Candelaria

Coastal and Storm Surge Warnings

A high risk of life-threatening storm surge with peaks over 3 meters is expected along coastal areas in Batanes, Cagayan including Babuyan Islands, Isabela, Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, and La Union. Residents are advised to evacuate if directed by local authorities.

Sea Conditions and Gale Warnings

Hazardous sea conditions make travel by sea dangerous. Mariners are advised to remain in port or seek shelter.

• Very Rough to High Seas:
  • Up to 12.0 meters: Babuyan Islands and northern seaboards of Cagayan and Ilocos Norte
  • Up to 8.0 meters: Remaining Cagayan seaboards
  • Up to 7.0 meters: Seaboards of Batanes and Ilocos Sur
  • Sea travel is prohibited in these areas.
• Rough Seas:
  • Up to 4.0 meters: Kalayaan Islands seaboard
  • Mariners in small crafts are advised to avoid sea travel under these conditions.

Track and Intensity Outlook

Marce is expected to move westward over Aparri Bay, potentially making a second landfall along the northwestern Cagayan coast tonight. It will then cross Northern Luzon and exit the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) by tomorrow evening, with a westward trajectory toward the West Philippine Sea.

Advisory for Residents and Local Authorities

• Evacuate if Needed: Follow evacuation orders in storm surge-prone, low-lying, and coastal areas.
• Secure Properties: Secure belongings and prepare for strong winds and possible power outages.
• Safety Precautions: Monitor local advisories, avoid unnecessary travel, and keep emergency supplies at hand.

Stay updated with PAGASA and local government advisories as Typhoon Marce moves through the region. Remain vigilant and prioritize safety.