Heavy rain, flooding, and landslide warnings remain in place over parts of the country yesterday due to the prevalence of two rain-inducing weather systems – a low-pressure area and tail-end of cold front.
According to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration, the combined effects of the LPA and tail-end of cold front may continue to bring scattered moderate to at times heavy rains over Palawan, Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, Catanduanes, Albay, and Sorsogon within the next 24 hours.
The tail-end of cold front is the boundary between cold and warm air masses that causes rains.
PAGASA weather specialist Loriedin dela Cruz said the LPA is not expected to develop into a tropical cyclone but can still pose a threat to landslide- and flood-prone communities. She advised residents in affected areas to take the necessary precautions during heavy rainfall.
The LPA, which was generally moving west, was estimated 100 kilometers northwest of Zamboanga City before noon yesterday.
The occurrence of a tropical cyclone in March is possible based on the PAGASA’s historical record. It shows that at least one tropical cyclone could develop near the country’s coast or make landfall during this period. (Ellalyn Ruiz)
