New LPA enters, may intensify - Pagasa

A low-pressure area (LPA) entered the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR) yesterday and may intensify into a tropical depression within three days, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).

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As of 3 p.m., the LPA was located 855 kilometers east of Southeastern Luzon. It is expected to move northwest and gradually approach Northern and Central Luzon by Friday or Saturday.

If the weather system strengthens, it will be named Isang, the country's fourth storm this month.

The LPA is within the intertropical convergence zone, which is bringing scattered rains and thunderstorms over Western Visayas, Negros Island Region, Palawan and the Zamboanga Peninsula.

Southern Luzon, including Metro Manila, Calabarzon, Aurora, Bicol, Mindoro, Romblon and Marinduque will also experience rain today.

PAGASA warned of possible floods and landslides, especially in areas with prolonged or heavy downpours.