The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) on Friday, June 16 said the intertropical convergence zone (ITCZ) may bring rains to parts of Mindanao in the next 24 hours.
South Cotabato, Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, Sarangani, Caraga, Davao Region, and Northern Mindanao may experience cloudy weather with scattered rain showers and thunderstorms due to the ITCZ—a weather system that occurs when winds from the northern and southern hemispheres converge, resulting in rains.
Due to moderate to intermittent heavy rains, PAGASA warned the public of the possibility of flash floods and landslides in areas affected by the ITCZ.
Meanwhile, the rest of the country can expect “fair weather” with partly cloudy to cloudy skies and a chance of 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.