PAGASA monitors LPA east of Mindanao, potential tropical cyclone formation

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) is closely monitoring a low pressure area (LPA) located east of Mindanao. 

PAGASA weather specialist Daniel Villamil said on Saturday that the LPA, currently outside the Philippine area of responsibility, can develop into a tropical cyclone in the coming days.

Situated approximately 1,505 kilometers east of Mindanao, the LPA has not yet made a direct impact on any part of the country. 

Meanwhile, the intertropical convergence zone (ITCZ) continues to influence Southern Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. 

Residents of Quezon, Bicol Region, Eastern Visayas, Dinagat Islands and Surigao del Norte are advised to brace for cloudy skies accompanied by scattered rain showers and thunderstorms throughout Saturday.

For the rest of the country, including Metro Manila, hot and humid weather conditions are anticipated. There is a chance of isolated and intermittent rains in the afternoon or evening due to localized thunderstorms.