Typhoon Bising (Surigae) could dump heavy rains to Eastern Visayas and Southern Luzon by Sunday, as it continues to gather strength off the Philippines' eastern coast, PAGASA said, as it raised storm signals.
At 4 a.m. Saturday, the eye of Bising was located 705 kph east of Surigao City, packing maximum sustained winds of 175 kph with 215 kph gusts.
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Here's what you need to know about Typhoon Bising, the second storm to enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility this year.
Will Bising make landfall?
No, based on PAGASA's forecast at 5 a.m. Saturday. However, it could still change direction, said forecaster Loriedin dela Cruz since it is a "dynamic" system.
What is the track of Bising?
Bising is moving west northwestand could hover off the eastern Philippines through most of next week, without the eye hitting land. However, Bising is relatively large and the edge of the storm could stir rains on the eastern coast, Dela Cruz said.
Bising was forecast to move closer to Eastern Visayas by Saturday and closer to Southern Luzon in 48 hours, she said. By Tuesday, it will be closer to the eastern portion of Central Luzon and closer to Northern Luzon by Wednesday. By Thursday, Bising was expected to be close to the northern tip of Luzon.
What are the hazards from Bising?
Heavy rains as early as Sunday in Eastern Visayas and Southern Luzon, Dela Cruz said. These could cause flash floods and landslides.
As early as Friday, the Department of Transportation suspended land and sea travel from ports in the Bicol region, including Matnog in Sorsogon.
Which areas are under wind signals?
As of Saturday morning, the lowest wind signal has been raised in several areas. Dela Cruz said the signal could go as high as signal number 2.
The following areas are under Signal no. 1 (30-60 kph) wherein the wind can snap twigs, tilt banana trees and cause very minimal damage to light structures. Signal no 2 brings winds that can unroof dilapilated structures.
- Central and eastern portions of Sorsogon (Castilla, Magallanes, Matnog, Juban, Irosin, Bulan, Santa Magdalena, Bulusan, Barcelona, Casiguran, Gubat, Prieto Diaz, Sorsogon City)
- Eastern portion of Albay (Manito, Legazpi City, Santo Domingo, Malilipot, Bacacay, Tabaco City, Rapu-Rapu, Malinaw, Tiwi).
- Eastern portion of Camarines Sur (Presentacion, Caramoan, Garchitorena)
- Catanduanes
- Northern Samar
- Samar
- Eastern Samar
- Biliran
- Leyte
- Southern Leyte
- Camotes Islands
- Dinagat Islands
- Surigao del Norte (including Siargao and Bucas Grande Islands)
- Surigao del Sur
How do I prepare for Bising?
Here are the government guidelines for areas under Wind Singal no. 1:
- Listen to your radio for more information about weather disturbance
- Check the ability of the house to withstand strong winds and strengthen it if necessary.
- Monitor the latest severe weather Bulletin issued by PAGASA every six hours. Business may be carried out as usual except when flooding occurs.
And for Signal no. 2.
- Special attention should be given to the latest position, direction, and speed movement of the cyclone as it may intensify and move towards the locality.
- The general public, especially people traveling by sea and air are cautioned to avoid unnecessary risks
- Protect properties before signals are upgraded
- Board up windows or put storm shutters in place and securely fasten it
- Stay at home
How to prepare for calamities particularly flooding
- Regularly monitor your radio and television for calamity news updates
- Prepare enough candles, rechargeable lamps, and flashlights for possible brownouts
- If you reside in an area near the river, waterways, or mountainsides, immediately evacuate to prevent flash floods and landslides
- Store enough food and water. Have a first-aid kit on hand
- Prepare a list of emergency hotlines.
Below are hotlines to call for emergencies:
