19/07/2025
Here’s the latest update on Tropical Storm Crising (international name: Wipha) as of July 19, 2025:
🌪️ Current Status
Moving away from Northern Luzon, over the Luzon Strait, at ~25 km/h WNW. Expected to exit the Philippine Area of Responsibility this morning or early afternoon, likely heading toward southern China or nearby waters .
Maximum sustained winds: ~85 km/h, gusts up to ~105–115 km/h .
Forecast to intensify into a Severe Tropical Storm later today before weakening as it approaches land near southern China .
⚠️ Warnings & Hazards
Wind Signals
Signal No. 2 (gale-force winds possible) remains over northern Luzon – including parts of Cagayan, Babuyan Islands, Ilocos Norte, Apayao, Abra .
Signal No. 1 covers lower-risk areas yet still experiencing gusty conditions.
Sea & Coastal Conditions
Gale warnings remain for northern/eastern seaboards of Northern Luzon. Seas are very rough (4.5–6 m) over Batanes and Babuyan Islands; rough to very rough (3–4.5 m) elsewhere .
Mariners are strongly advised to stay in port .
Rainfall & Flood Risk
Heavy to torrential rains (100–200 mm or more) are affecting northern Luzon – especially Cagayan, Apayao, Ilocos — causing flooding and landslide risks; moderate to heavy rainfall (50–100 mm) in Cordillera, Metro Manila, Central & Southern Luzon .
Southwest Monsoon (Habagat), intensified by Crising, is causing additional heavy rains and flooding risks across Palawan, Visayas, Metro Manila, and CALABARZON .
Storm Surge
Risk of 1–2 m storm surge in exposed coastal communities of Batanes, Babuyan Islands, Cagayan, and Ilocos regions .
📌 What You Should Do
Follow advisories from PAGASA, NDRRMC, and local government units, particularly in affected areas.
🚤 Sea travel is unsafe – all vessels are advised to remain in port.
Prepare for possible flooding and landslides— gather emergency supplies, secure belongings, charge devices, and identify evacuation routes.
Stay alert during heavy rains and avoid flood-prone zones.
⏳ Outlook (Next 24–48 Hours)
Storm will continue moving west-northwest, likely exiting PAR today, but regional rainfall and monsoon effects will persist until at least Monday .
After exiting, storm is expected to weaken, though flooding and dangerous seas will linger in affected regions.
✅ Summary
Crising is weakening and expected to leave PAR shortly—but its impacts linger: strong winds, heavy rainfall, rough seas, coastal surge, and landslide and flood risks remain high, especially in northern and central Luzon, Batanes, and Babuyan Islands. Stay weather-aware, avoid risky travel, and prioritize safety.
