'Uwan' makes landfall over Dinalungan, Aurora — PAGASA
PAGASA
Super Typhoon Uwan (international name: Fung-wong) made landfall over Dinalungan, Aurora at around 9:10 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 9, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said.
PAGASA said the center of Uwan’s eye crossed the coastal town packing maximum sustained winds of 185 kilometers per hour near the center and gustiness of up to 230 kilometers per hour.
After landfall, Uwan will cross the mountainous terrain of Northern Luzon and emerge over Lingayen Gulf or the coastal waters of Pangasinan or La Union on Monday morning, Nov. 10.
Interaction with the rugged terrain of Luzon will cause Uwan to weaken considerably, although it is expected to remain at typhoon strength while crossing the landmass, PAGASA said.
The state weather bureau urged residents, especially those in areas under tropical cyclone wind signals, to continue monitoring official updates and take necessary precautions against strong winds, heavy rainfall, and possible storm surges.