TD Mirasol forms east of Quezon

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) on Tuesday, September 16, announced that the low-pressure area (LPA) previously monitored east of Infanta, Quezon has intensified into Tropical Depression Mirasol.

- By MERLINA HERNANDO-MALIPOT

As of 2 p.m., PAGASA said one of the two LPAs being monitored inside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) had developed into a tropical depression, now called “Mirasol.”

Starting 5 p.m., PAGASA will begin issuing Tropical Cyclone Bulletins for TD Mirasol.

PAGASA earlier noted that the system near Infanta, Quezon had a “high” chance of developing into a tropical depression within 24 hours.

With its formation, residents across Luzon are advised to brace for widespread rains and possible flooding.