Residents in southern Luzon in the Philippines are being advised to prepare for potential flooding and landslides as easterly winds bring heavy rain to the region. Areas including Quezon, Rizal, Laguna, Aurora, the Bicol Region, Mindoro, Marinduque, Romblon, and northern Palawan are expected to experience light to moderate rainfall, with some locations potentially seeing heavier downpours overnight and on Wednesday.
The Visayas region, particularly Western Visayas, is also bracing for significant rainfall. Scattered showers and thunderstorms could lead to moderate to heavy rain, raising concerns about flash floods and landslides in vulnerable areas. Meanwhile, Eastern Visayas will see cloudy skies and precipitation, albeit less intense than its western counterpart.
In Northern Luzon, residents can anticipate partly cloudy to cloudy conditions with isolated light showers due to northeasterly winds. Metro Manila, Central Luzon, and other parts of Calabarzon may experience partly cloudy weather, with the possibility of isolated showers and localized thunderstorms.
Further south in Mindanao, the day is expected to start with generally fair weather, transitioning to partly cloudy to sunny skies. However, localized thunderstorms may develop in the afternoon and evening, particularly affecting Northern Mindanao, the Caraga region, and the northern Zamboanga Peninsula.
Authorities are urging those in regions prone to flooding and landslides to stay informed about weather updates and exercise caution during periods of heavy rain. Carrying umbrellas and being prepared for sudden weather changes are recommended for residents in the affected areas.