Local government units, particularly in northern part of Luzon,  were ordered to prepare amid the threat of uper typhoon “Bavi", the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG)  said on Tuesday, July 7.

In a statement, the DILG placed the likely affected local government units (LGUs) on heightened alert and ordered the immediate implementation of critical preparedness measures.

"Now is the time to prepare. We are directing all LGUs to move early, activate their disaster response mechanisms, and ensure that communities in high-risk areas are ready should conditions worsen," the DILG said.

With the expected weather disturbance, the DILG called on the strict implementation of Operation L!STO protocols and other rainy season preparedness measures, emphasizing that early action, sound coordination, and decisive local leadership remain the strongest safeguards against disasters.

“We expect every local chief executive to remain at their respective stations, lead from the front, and act decisively to protect lives and keep their communities safe,’’the DILG asserted.

Earlier, President Marcos directed the adoption of a whole-of-government approach to mitigate the potential impact of the super typhoon, instructing national and regional disaster agencies to activate preparedness measures to protect lives, livelihoods, and property.

Based on the latest forecast of DOST-PAGASA, 'Bavi' is expected to enter the PAR between Tuesday evening (July 7) and early Wednesday (July 8), to be locally named “Inday.’’

“While current projections indicate a low probability of landfall, the weather disturbance is expected to intensify the Southwest Monsoon, bringing heavy rains, strong winds, flooding, and possible landslides across several parts of the country,’’ the DILG warned.

In an advisory, the DILG directed LGUs to closely monitor official weather bulletins, activate their Emergency Operations Centers and Incident Management Teams as necessary, identify flood- and landslide-prone areas, prepare for preemptive evacuations, preposition rescue assets and relief supplies, and ensure that evacuation centers are fully ready to receive affected families.

Likewise, the DILG instructed the LGUs to immediately clear drainage systems and waterways, inspect critical infrastructure, and intensify public information campaigns to encourage residents to prepare emergency go bags, monitor official advisories, and avoid unnecessary travel during severe weather conditions.