Philippines Braces for Widespread Heavy Rains

Heavy Rains to Continue Across Philippines Due to Low-Pressure Area and Habagat The Philippines is bracing for continued heavy rainfall this weekend, according to a weather report from GMA Integrated News. A low-pressure area located 175 kilometers east of Virac, Catanduanes, combined with the southwest monsoon (Habagat), is expected to bring widespread rain across the archipelago. "Magtutuloy-tuloy ang maulang panahon bukas sa malaking bahagi ng bansa," stated Amor Larrosa, GMA weather presenter, in the report. (Translation: "The rainy weather will continue tomorrow in a large part of the country.") The report forecasts heavy to intense rainfall in parts of Luzon, particularly Southern Luzon and Bicol Region, and warns of potential flooding and landslides. Visayas is also expected to experience widespread rain, with stronger downpours in Western Visayas and the Negros Island Region. Mindanao will also see rain, especially in the afternoon and evening. The GMA Integrated News report urges residents in affected areas to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to protect themselves and their property from the potential impacts of the severe weather.