'Habagat' rains persist in parts of Northern, Central Luzon
Rains due to the southwest monsoon, locally called “habagat,” may continue to affect parts of Northern and Central Luzon, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said on Wednesday, June 14.
PAGASA warned the public of flash floods and landslides in Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, La Union, Pangasinan, Batanes, and Babuyan Islands due to heavy to intermittent intense rains.
It added that moderate to heavy rains in Abra, Apayao, Benguet, Ifugao, Kalinga, Mt. Province, Zambales, and Bataan could also lead to flash floods or landslides.
“Under these conditions, flooding and rain-induced landslides are possible, especially in areas that are highly or very highly susceptible to these hazards,” PAGASA warned.
Meanwhile, the rest of the country may have isolated rain showers or thunderstorms.
PAGASA advised the public to exercise caution during severe thunderstorms, as these may trigger landslides or flash floods, especially in areas that are vulnerable to these hazards.