MANILA, Philippines — The Nationwide Operational Assessment of Hazards or Project NOAH has predicted minor storm surges to occur in Metro Manila areas as typhoon Glenda approaches the capital region.
In an update of its Typhoon Glenda Storm Surge Forecast Model at 3 p.m. on Monday, Project NOAH indicated an abnormal rise of water from 1.51 to two meters (4.95 to 6.5 feet) above tide level in Navotas, Manila, Parañaque and Las Piñas.
A screenshot of the Typhoon Glenda storm surge forecast model as of 3:00 p.m.m July 15, 2014. Project NOAH
"The approximate time of the surge is when the center of the typhoon is near," Project NOAH explained.
Storm surges during Supertyphoon Yolanda last year, meanwhile, reached five to six meters (16 to 19 feet). Deaths and destruction of properties in Central Visayas were attributed to the rush of water.
Project NOAH also listed 19 other areas expected to be affected with storm surges of up to three meters or 9.8 feet.
| Municipality | Province | Predicted surge above sea level (meters) |
|---|---|---|
| Navotas | Metro Manila | 1.51 - 2.00 |
| Manila | Metro Manila | 1.51 - 2.00 |
| Paranaque | Metro Manila | 1.51 - 2.00 |
| Las Pi¤as | Metro Manila | 1.51 - 2.00 |
View complete list of areas expected to be hit by storm surges | Follow real-time updates on typhoon Glenda