MANILA | Typhoon-season planning in Manila is not a one-time checklist. It is a daily habit of checking PAGASA, local government notices and transport updates before rain and wind turn ordinary routines into risk.
PAGASA’s 25 June bulletin said Severe Tropical Storm Francisco had exited the Philippine Area of Responsibility, while Severe Tropical Storm Gardo had intensified and was expected to remain far from the Philippine landmass during the forecast period. The agency also said the southwest monsoon would bring strong to gale-force gusts across broad areas, especially coastal and upland locations exposed to wind.
For Metro Manila residents, the practical message is to prepare for monsoon effects even when a cyclone center is not directly over the capital. Habagat-enhanced rain and gusts can still affect commutes, power, drainage, coastal travel and small-craft decisions.
Households should keep emergency lights charged, store drinking water, protect documents, check drainage around homes and avoid last-minute supply runs once heavy rain begins. Families with older relatives, children or medical needs should identify transportation backup plans early.
The bulletin also reminds mariners and coastal communities to monitor sea-condition advisories. PAGASA specifically cautioned small seacrafts and motorbancas in rough or moderate sea conditions, depending on location.
This article is a preparedness guide, not a live alert. Conditions change quickly during tropical-cyclone season, and readers should follow the newest PAGASA bulletin and local disaster-risk office instructions.
Additional Reporting By: PAGASA tropical cyclone bulletin