Tropical cyclone tracker: Nando and Mirasol
Published Sep 16, 2025 08:53 pm
MB Visual Content Group
11 p.m., Sept. 18
Tropical Storm Nando (international name: Ragasa) continues to strengthen over the Philippine Sea and may reach typhoon category by September 20, with the possibility of further intensifying into a super typhoon.
PAGASA warns “Nando” may pass close to or make landfall over the Babuyan Islands on September 22–23, with Signal No. 5 as the highest alert level possible during its passage.
TS Nando storm may enhance the southwest monsoon, bringing heavy rains, strong winds, rough seas, and possible storm surges over Northern and Central Luzon starting this weekend.
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5 p.m., Sept. 18
PAGASA said “Nando” accelerated northwestward over the Philippine Sea and was spotted 1,260 km east of Central Luzon, carrying maximum sustained winds of 55 km/h and gusts of up to 70 km/h. It is moving northwestward at 15 km/h.
“Nando” may intensify into a super typhoon, with PAGASA warning of a possible Signal No. 5 in Northern Luzon.
Possible Babuyan Islands landfall between September 21–22, bringing heavy rains, strong winds, and rough seas.
Mirasol exits PAR but continues to enhance the southwest monsoon, causing gusty winds and hazardous coastal waters.
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11 a.m., Sept. 18
Tropical Depression Nando may intensify into a super typhoon as it moves toward Northern Luzon, with PAGASA warning that the highest possible wind signal could reach Signal No. 5.
“Nando” will enhance the Southwest Monsoon, bringing heavy rains, gusty winds, and rough seas across several parts of Luzon, Metro Manila, and parts of the Visayas over the coming days.
Mirasol has exited the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) and is moving northwest toward southern China, where it may intensify into a tropical storm before landfall by Saturday, September 20.
“Habagat” will continue to bring strong winds, rough seas, and gusty conditions across several parts of Luzon, Metro Manila, and the Visayas over the next few days.
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5 a.m., Sept. 18
Tropical Depression Mirasol is set to leave the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) on September 18 and head toward southern China, possibly strengthening into a tropical storm.
Seven areas under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1—including Batanes, Babuyan Islands, and parts of Cagayan, Apayao, Abra, Ilocos Norte, and Ilocos Sur—may experience minor wind impacts.
The southwest monsoon (habagat) will bring strong to gale-force gusts over Luzon, Mimaropa, Bicol, and Western Visayas. PAGASA warns small vessels to take caution in moderate seas.
Meanwhile, Tropical Depression Nando is expected to intensify, possibly reaching typhoon strength by September 20 and potentially becoming a super typhoon.
It could also enhance the southwest monsoon, bringing heavy rains and possible wind signals to Northern Luzon and other areas starting around September 21.
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11 p.m., Sept. 17
Tropical Depression Mirasol is over the coastal waters of Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte, about 60 km north-northeast of Laoag City, moving north-northwest at 10 km/h.
PAGASA said the system has maximum sustained winds of 55 km/h with gusts up to 75 km/h and is forecast to intensify into a tropical storm within the next 12 hours.
Heavy rainfall and strong winds are expected in Northern Luzon, with possible hoisting of Wind Signal No. 2. The southwest monsoon may also bring strong to gale-force gusts in several Luzon areas.
PAGASA said “Mirasol” is expected to remain a tropical storm throughout its stay and may intensify into a severe tropical storm before leaving the Philippine Area of Responsibility on September 18.
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8 p.m., Sept. 17
Tropical Depression Mirasol is maintaining strength over Apayao and is expected to become a tropical storm once it re-emerges over the Luzon Strait, with possible further strengthening into a severe tropical storm.
PAGASA warns that Wind Signal No. 2 may be hoisted over parts of Northern Luzon once “Mirasol” strengthens, while several provinces are currently under Signal No. 1 for minimal to minor wind impacts.
The southwest monsoon, enhanced by “Mirasol,” will bring strong winds and heavy rainfall to various regions, with moderate to rough seas along the eastern seaboard and surrounding waters of northern provinces.
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5 p.m., Sept. 17
PAGASA said Tropical Depression Mirasol was located over Kabugao, Apayao on Wednesday afternoon, packing 55 kph winds and gusts of up to 90 kph while moving northwest at 20 kph.
“Mirasol” may strengthen into a tropical storm or even a severe tropical storm once it re-emerges over the sea near Ilocos Norte before leaving the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) on September 18.
Signal No. 1 remains raised in several provinces in Northern Luzon, with Mirasol enhancing the southwest monsoon (habagat), bringing rains, gusty winds, and rough seas that pose risks to small vessels.
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2 p.m., Sept. 17
Tropical Depression Mirasol continues to cross Northern Luzon, with Signal No. 1 raised in several provinces and possible intensification into a tropical storm within 24 hours.
Another tropical depression is being monitored outside PAR, which could enhance rains or eventually enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility in the coming days.
PAGASA warns of sea travel risks and monsoon rains, with moderate to rough seas in Northern Luzon and gusty conditions affecting Southern Luzon, Bicol, MIMAROPA, Western Visayas, and possibly Metro Manila by Thursday.
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11 a.m., Sept. 17
Tropical Depression Mirasol was located in Alfonso Lista, Ifugao on September 17, packing maximum sustained winds of 55 km/h and gusts up to 90 km/h while moving northwestward.
PAGASA placed several provinces in Northern and Central Luzon under TCWS No. 1, warning of strong winds, heavy rains, flooding, and possible landslides.
Mirasol is expected to cross Northern Luzon, re-emerge over the Luzon Strait by the evening, intensify into a tropical storm, and possibly exit the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) by September 18.
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8 a.m., Sept. 17
Signal No. 1 remains raised in 14 areas across Northern Luzon as Tropical Depression Mirasol moves over San Agustin, Isabela.
PAGASA forecasts intensification, with “Mirasol” expected to re-emerge over the Luzon Strait later today and possibly strengthen into a tropical storm before exiting PAR by September 18.
‘Habagat’ is enhancing rains and gusty conditions over parts of Luzon, Bicol, and Visayas, while sea conditions remain moderate to rough, prompting warnings for small boats to avoid risky waters.
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5 a.m., Sept. 17
PAGASA said Tropical Depression Mirasol made landfall over Casiguran, Aurora, moving northwest at 10 km/h, with maximum sustained winds of 55 km/h and gusts up to 70 km/h.
“Mirasol” may strengthen into a tropical storm before exiting the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) on September 18, with the possibility of further intensification into a severe tropical storm.
Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1 remains in effect across several areas in Northern Luzon, with Signal No. 2 possible if the storm reintensifies. Strong winds, heavy rains, and rough coastal waters are expected.
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4 a.m., Sept. 17
At 3:20 a.m., Tropical Depression Mirasol made landfall over Casiguran, Aurora with maximum sustained winds of 55 km/h and gusts up to 90 km/h, moving northwest at 10 km/h.
Strong winds, heavy rains, and the southwest monsoon (habagat) are affecting Northern Luzon and other regions, with risks of flash floods, landslides, and rough seas.
Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1 is in effect in multiple areas.
PAGASA said “Mirasol” is expected to traverse Northern Luzon and may intensify into a tropical storm, possibly reaching severe tropical storm status.
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11 p.m., Sept. 16
“Mirasol” is moving westward, possibly making landfall in Isabela or northern Aurora by September 17, and could intensify into a tropical storm after re-entering the Luzon Strait, with severe tropical storm strength possible by September 19 outside the PAR.
PAGASA issued Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1 for 15 areas in Luzon as Tropical Depression Mirasol approaches the Isabela-Aurora area, warning of strong winds (39–61 km/h) with gusts up to 70 km/h.
Affected areas may experience local flooding, while coastal waters will have moderate seas of up to 2.5 meters, prompting caution for mariners and small boat operators.
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8 p.m., Sept. 16
Tropical Depression Mirasol remains strong, with winds reaching up to 70 km/h, as it approaches Luzon’s northern provinces.
PAGASA warns of hazards including heavy rain, strong winds, and rough seas, and notes the potential for Mirasol to intensify into a tropical storm.
Landfall in Isabela or Northern Aurora is possible. The public is advised to monitor updates and follow evacuation measures.
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5 p.m., Sept. 16
Tropical Depression Mirasol may make landfall in Isabela or the northern portion of Aurora by Wednesday morning, Sept. 17.
However, PAGASA said a slight change in its track could keep it over coastal waters without making landfall.
PAGASA has placed several Luzon areas under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1, indicating strong winds with minimal to minor threat, and warned that the southwest monsoon could bring strong to gale-force gusts across other regions.
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