Wednesday, November 13, 2013

Word from our Iloilo City Mayor regarding typhoon YOLANDA


Mayor Jed Patrick E. Mabilog and the Iloilo City Government have decided to cancel the holding of its annual christmas party for the year 2013. But instead we shall be donating the amount for the victims of typhoon Yolanda in the Province of Iloilo. Our Lord taught us to LOVE THY NEIGHBOR as good Christians. I am Iloilo. Proud to be Ilonggo.

Tuesday, November 12, 2013

TD ZORAIDA update as of 5am



Weather Bulletin Number FIVE
Tropical Cyclone Warning: Tropical Depression "ZORAIDA"
Issued at 5:00 a.m., Tuesday 12 November 2013
Tropical Depression "ZORAIDA" is now moving closer to the Davao Area. 
Location of Center:
(as of 4:00 a.m.)
216 km Southeast of Hinatuan, Surigao Del Sur
or at 192 km East of Davao City 
Coordinates:6.8°N, 127.5°E
Strength:Maximum sustained winds of 55 kph near the center 
Movement:Forecast to move Northwest at 30 kph
Forecast Positions/Outlook:Wednesday morning:123 km South Southwest of Iloilo City
Thursday morning:517 km West of Coron, Palawan
Thursday afternoon:expected to be outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR)
at 890 km West Northwest of Coron, Palawan
Areas Having Public Storm Warning Signal
PSWS #LuzonVisayasMindanao
Signal No. 1
(30-60 kph winds may be expected in at least 36 hours)
Cuyo Island
Northern Palawan
The Calamian Group
Siquijor
Southern Cebu
Bohol
Negros Oriental
Negros Occidental
Antique
Iloilo
Guimaras 
Dinagat Province
Siargao Island
Agusan del Norte
Agusan del Sur
Surigao del Norte
Surigao del Sur
Davao Oriental
Compostela Valley
Davao del Norte
Samal Island
Bukidnon
Misamis Oriental
Misamis Occidental
Lanao del Norte
Lanao del Sur
North Cotabato
Camiguin Island
Northern Zamboanga del Norte
Zamboanga del Sur
Estimated rainfall amount is from 5 - 15 mm per hour (moderate - heavy) within the 300 km diameter of the Tropical Depression.

Residents in low lying areas and near mountain slopes are adviced to be alert against possible flashfloods and landslides.

Sea travel is risky over the northern and eastern seaboards of Luzon.

The public and the disaster risk reduction and management council concerned are advised to take appropriate actions and watch for the next bulletin to be issued at 11 AM today. 

Monday, November 11, 2013

TD ZORAIDA update as of 5pm


Weather Bulletin Number THREE
Tropical Cyclone Warning: Tropical Depression "ZORAIDA"
Issued at 5:00 p.m., Monday 11 November 2013
Tropical Depression ""ZORAIDA"" has maintained its strength as it continues to move in a West Northwest direction. 
Location of Center:
(as of 4:00 p.m.)
634 km Southeast of Hinatuan, Surigao Del Sur
Coordinates:5.8°N, 131.5°E
Strength:Maximum sustained winds of 55 kph near the center 
Movement:Forecast to move West Northwest at 30 kph
Forecast Positions/Outlook:Tuesday afternoon:in the vicinity of Agusan del Sur
Wednesday afternoon:100 km Southwest of Coron, Palawan
Thursday afternoon:810 km West of Ambulong, Batangas
Areas Having Public Storm Warning Signal
PSWS #LuzonVisayasMindanao
Signal No. 1
(30-60 kph winds may be expected in at least 36 hours)
NoneSiquijor
Southern Cebu
Bohol
Negros Oriental
Negros Occidental
Southern Antique
Iloilo
Guimaras
Dinagat Island
Siargao Island
Agusan del Norte
Agusan del Sur
Surigao del Norte
Surigao del Sur
Davao Oriental
Compostela Valley
Davao del Norte
Samal Island
Bukidnon
Misamis Oriental
Camiguin Island
Estimated rainfall amount is from 5 - 15 mm per hour (moderate - heavy) within the 300 km diameter of the Tropical Depression.

Sea travel is risky over the Northern seaboard of Northern Luzon and the Eastern seaboards of Northern and Central Luzon.

The public and the disaster risk reduction and management council concerned are advised to take appropriate actions and watch for the next bulletin to be issued at 11 PM today. 

TD ZORAIDA update as of 11am




Aerial shots on the aftermath of Super Typhoon YOLANDA in the Province of Iloilo


[PHOTO] The following are the aerial shots on the aftermath of super typhoon '#YolandaPH' taken by Public Information and Community Affairs Office of the Province of #Iloilo in different parts of affected areas in Northern Iloilo. 
(PNA Iloilo Bureau photos courtesy by Jezza Nepomoceno) [05]

Saturday, November 9, 2013

Friday, November 8, 2013

Vicinity of Tapaz, Capiz

(2PM November 8, 2013) The eye of Typhoon “YOLANDA” was at the vicinity of Tapaz, Capiz (11.3°N, 122.4°E)

Operation Center at Iloilo City Hall Live @ GMA TV6 Iloilo


Typhoon YOLANDA as of 5am







Severe Weather Bulletin Number SIX
Tropical Cyclone Warning: Typhoon "YOLANDA"(HAIYAN)
Issued at 5:00 a.m., Friday, 08 November 2013
Typhoon "YOLANDA" has made landfall over Guiuan, Eastern Samar. 
Location of Center:
(as of 4:00 a.m.)
62 km Southeast of Guiuan, Eastern Samar
Coordinates:10.8°N, 126.2°E
Strength:Maximum sustained winds of 235 kph near the center and
gustiness of up to 275 kph
Movement:Forecast to move West Northwest at 39 kph
Forecast Positions/Outlook:Saturday morning:240 km West Northwest of Coron, Palawan
Saturday afternoon:720 km Northwest of Coron, Palawan or
outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility
Areas Having Public Storm Warning Signal
PSWS #LuzonVisayasMindanao
Signal No. 4
( >185 kph winds may be expected in at least 12 hours)
Masbate
Ticao Island
Southern Sorsogon
Romblon
Northern Samar
Eastern Samar
Samar
Leyte
Southern Leyte
Biliran
Northern Cebu
Cebu City
Bantayan
Camotes Islands
Northern Negros Occidental
Capiz
Aklan
Antique
Iloilo
Guimaras
Dinagat Province
Signal No.3
(Winds of >100 to 185 kph may be expected in at least 18 hours)
Rest of Sorsogon
Burias Island
Albay
Marinduque
Occidental Mindoro
Oriental Mindoro
Calamian Group of Islands 
Rest of Negros Occidental
Negros Oriental
Rest of Cebu
Bohol
Surigao del Norte
Siargao Island 
Signal No. 2
(winds of >60 to 100 kph may be expected in at least 24 hours)
Catanduanes
Camarines Sur
Southern Quezon
Laguna
Batangas
Rizal
Metro Manila
Cavite
Bataan
Lubang Islands
Northern Palawan
Puerto Princesa
Siquijor Camiguin
Surigao Del Sur
Agusan Del Norte
Signal No. 1
(30-60 kph winds may be expected in at least 36 hours)
Camarines Norte
Rest of Quezon
Polilio Island
Bulacan
Pampanga
Zambales 
NoneMisamis Oriental
Agusan del Sur
"YOLANDA", after hitting Guiuan ( Eastern Samar), is expected to traverse the provinces of Biliran, the Northern tip of Cebu, Iloilo, Capiz, Aklan, Romblon, Semirara Island, the Southern part of Mindoro then Busuanga and will exit the Philippine landmass (on Saturday early morning) towards the West Philippine Sea.

Estimated rainfall amount is from 10.0 - 30.0 mm per hour (Heavy - Intense) within the 400 km diameter of the Typhoon.

Sea travel is risky over the seaboards of Northern Luzon and over the eastern seaboard of Central Luzon.

Residents in low lying and mountainous areas under signal #4, #3 and #2 are alerted against possible flashfloods and landslides. Likewise, those living in coastal areas under signal #4, #3 and #2 are alerted against storm surges which may reach up to 7-meter wave height.

The public and the disaster risk reduction and management council concerned are advised to take appropriate actions and watch for the next bulletin to be issued at 11 AM today. 

Thursday, November 7, 2013

Typhoon YOLANDA as of 8pm



Severe Weather Bulletin Number FOUR-A (INTERMEDIATE)
Tropical Cyclone Warning: Typhoon "YOLANDA"(HAIYAN)
Issued at 8:00 p.m., Thursday, 07 November 2013
Typhoon "YOLANDA" has accelerated and intensified slightly as it continues to threaten Eastern Visayas. 
Location of Center:
(as of 6:00 p.m.)
453 km Southeast of Guiuan, Eastern Samar 
Coordinates:9.9°N, 129.7°E
Strength:Maximum sustained winds of 225 kph near the center and
gustiness of up to 260 kph
Movement:Forecast to move West Northwest at 39 kph
Forecast Positions/Outlook:Friday evening:55 km East of Coron, Palawan
Saturday evening:1,032 km West of Manila
or outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility
Areas Having Public Storm Warning Signal
PSWS #LuzonVisayasMindanao
Signal No. 4
( >185 kph winds may be expected in at least 12 hours)
NoneEastern Samar
Samar
Leyte
Southern Leyte
Biliran province
extreme northern Cebu
Bantayan island
Capiz
Aklan
northern Antique
None
Signal No.3
(Winds of >100 to 185 kph may be expected in at least 18 hours)
Masbate
Ticao Island
Sorsogon
Romblon
Calamian Group of Island
Northern Samar
rest of Antique
Iloilo
Guimaras
northern Negros Occidental
northern Negros Oriental
northern Cebu including Cebu City
Bohol Northern Samar
Siargao Island
Dinagat Province
Signal No. 2
(winds of >60 to 100 kph may be expected in at least 24 hours)
Mindoro Provinces
Marinduque
Albay
extreme northern Palawan
Burias island
rest of Negros Occidental
rest of Negros Oriental
Siquijor
Rest of Cebu
Camiguin
Surigao Del Norte
Surigao Del Sur
Agusan Del Norte
Signal No. 1
(30-60 kph winds may be expected in at least 36 hours)
Metro Manila
Camarines Norte
Camarines Sur
Catanduanes
southern Quezon
Laguna
Rizal
Cavite
Batangas
Lubang Island
Rest of Northern Palawan including Puerto Princesa
NoneMisamis Oriental
Agusan del Sur
Yolanda, after hitting Guiuan or Abuyog, Leyte, is expected to traverse the provinces of Biliran, the Northern tip of Cebu, Iloilo, Capiz, Aklan, Romblon, Semirara Island, the Southern part of Mindoro then Busuanga and will exit the Philippine landmass (on Saturday early morning) towards the West Philippine Sea.

Estimated rainfall amount is from 10.0 - 30.0 mm per hour (Heavy - Intense) within the 600 km diameter of the Typhoon.

Sea travel is risky over the seaboards of Northern Luzon and over the eastern seaboard of Central Luzon.

Residents in low lying and mountainous areas under signal #4, #3,#2 & #1 are alerted against possible flashfloods and landslides. Likewise, those living in coastal areas under signal #3 and #2 are alerted against storm surges which may reach up to 7-meter wave height.

The public and the disaster risk reduction and management council concerned are advised to take appropriate actions and watch for the next bulletin to be issued at 11 PM today. 

Typhoon YOLANDA as of 5pm





Severe Weather Bulletin Number FOUR
Tropical Cyclone Warning: Typhoon "YOLANDA"(HAIYAN)
Issued at 5:00 p.m., Thursday, 07 November 2013
Typhoon "YOLANDA" has accelerated slightly and has maintained its strength as it continues to threaten Eastern Visayas. 
Location of Center:
(as of 4:00 p.m.)
637 km East of Hinatuan, Surigao Del Sur or
738 km Southeast of Guiuan, Eastern Samar
Coordinates:8.9°N, 132.1°E
Strength:Maximum sustained winds of 215 kph near the center and
gustiness of up to 250 kph
Movement:Forecast to move West Northwest at 30 kph
Forecast Positions/Outlook:Friday afternoon:over the sea at 64 km Southeast of Guiuan, Eastern Samar and
expected to make landfall over Guiuan, Eastern Samar (9am to 10 am)
Saturday afternoon:122 km West of Coron, Palawan
Sunday afternoon:954 km West of Manila or outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR)
Areas Having Public Storm Warning Signal
PSWS #LuzonVisayasMindanao
Signal No. 4
( >185 kph winds may be expected in at least 12 hours)
NoneEastern Samar
Samar
Leyte
Southern Leyte
Biliran island
None
Signal No.3
(Winds of >100 to 185 kph may be expected in at least 18 hours)
NoneNorthern Samar
Masbate
Northern Cebu
Cebu City
Bantayan island
Siargao Island
Dinagat Province
Signal No. 2
(winds of >60 to 100 kph may be expected in at least 24 hours)
Romblon
Sorsogon
Albay
Burias island
Bohol
Negros Occidental
Negros Oriental
Aklan
Capiz
Antique
Rest of Cebu
Iloilo
Guimaras
Camiguin
Surigao Del Norte
Surigao Del Sur
Agusan Del Norte
Signal No. 1
(30-60 kph winds may be expected in at least 36 hours)
Camarines Norte
Camarines Sur
Catanduanes
Mindoro Provinces
Marinduque
Northern Palawan
Calamian Group of Island
Southern Quezon
SiquijorMisamis Oriental
Agusan del Sur
Yolanda, after hitting Guiuan or Abuyog, Leyte, is expected to traverse the provinces of Leyte, Biliran, Northern tip of Cebu, Iloilo, Capiz, Aklan, Romblon, Semirara Island, Southern part of Mindoro then Busuanga and will exit the Philippine landmass (on Saturday early morning) towards the West Philippine Sea

Estimated rainfall amount is from 10.0 - 30.0 mm per hour (Heavy - Intense) within the 600 km diameter of the Typhoon.

Sea travel is risky over the northern and eastern seaboards of Northern Luzon and over the eastern seaboard of Central Luzon.

Residents in low lying and mountainous areas under signal #4, #3,#2 & #1 are alerted against possible flashfloods and landslides. Likewise, those living in coastal areas under signal #3 and #2 are alerted against storm surges which may reach up to 7-meter wave height. The public and the disaster risk reduction and management council concerned are advised to take appropriate actions and watch for the next bulletin to be issued at 11 PM today. 

Suspension of offices & classes in all private & public effective 3pm today


Typhoon YOLANDA as of 11am


Severe Weather Bulletin Number THREE
Tropical Cyclone Warning: Typhoon "YOLANDA"(HAIYAN)
Issued at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, 07 November 2013
Typhoon "YOLANDA" has maintained its intensity as it threatens Eastern Visayas. 
Location of Center:
(as of 10:00 a.m.)
637 km East of Hinatuan, Surigao Del Sur or
738 km Southeast of Guiuan, Eastern Samar
Coordinates:8.9°N, 132.1°E
Strength:Maximum sustained winds of 215 kph near the center and
gustiness of up to 250 kph
Movement:Forecast to move West Northwest at 30 kph
Forecast Positions/Outlook:Friday morning:over the sea at 64 km Southeast of Guiuan, Eastern Samar and
expected to make landfall over Guiuan, Eastern Samar (9am to 10 am)
Saturday morning:122 km West of Coron, Palawan
Sunday morning:954 km West of Manila or outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR)
Areas Having Public Storm Warning Signal
PSWS #LuzonVisayasMindanao
Signal No.3
(Winds of >100 to 185 kph may be expected in at least 18 hours)
NoneEastern Samar
Samar
Leyte
Southern Leyte
Siargao Island
Dinagat Province
Signal No. 2
(winds of >60 to 100 kph may be expected in at least 24 hours)
Sorsogon
Masbate
Ticao Island
Northern Samar
Biliran Province
Bantayan
Camotes Islands
Northern Cebu
Cebu City
Bohol
Surigao Del Norte
Camiguin
Surigao Del Sur
Agusan Del Norte
Signal No. 1
(30-60 kph winds may be expected in at least 36 hours)
Camarines Norte
Camarines Sur
Catanduanes
Albay
Mindoro Provinces
Burias Island
Romblon
Marinduque
Calamian Group of Island
Southern Quezon
Aklan
Capiz
Iloilo
Antique
Guimaras
Negros Occidental
Negros Oriental
Rest of Cebu
Siquijor
Misamis Oriental
Agusan del Sur
Yolanda, after hitting Guiuan, is expected to traverse the provinces of Leyte, Biliran, Northern tip of Cebu, Iloilo, Capiz, Aklan, Romblon, Semirara Island, Southern part of Mindoro then Busuanga and will exit the Philippine landmass (Saturday Morning) towards the West Philippine Sea.

Estimated rainfall amount is from 10.0 - 30.0 mm per hour (Heavy - Intense) within the 600 km diameter of the Typhoon.

Sea travel is risky over the northern and eastern seaboards of Northern Luzon and over the eastern seaboard of Central Luzon.

Residents in low lying and mountainous areas under signal #3,#2 & #1 are alerted against possible flashfloods and landslides. Likewise, those living in coastal areas under signal #3 and #2 are alerted against storm surges which may reach up to 7-meter wave height.

The public and the disaster risk reduction and management council concerned are advised to take appropriate actions and watch for the next bulletin to be issued at 5 PM today. 

Suspension of classes this afternoon in all levels in both public and private schools and offices until 3PM today


Suspension of classes this afternoon in all levels in both public and private schools in the city. Public and private offices will be closed early by 3PM today Thursday, Nov. 7.
The suspension of classes and offices is to give the public enough time to prepare for Typhoon Yolanda.
Classes and offices are also suspended on Friday, Nov. 8.
Please be guided accordingly. Thank you.

Typhoon YOLANDA as of 5am






Severe Weather Bulletin Number TWO
Tropical Cyclone Warning: Typhoon "YOLANDA"(HAIYAN)
Issued at 5:00 a.m., Thursday, 07 November 2013
Typhoon "YOLANDA" has intensified further as it continues to move west northwest towards Eastern Visayas. 
Location of Center:
(as of 4:00 a.m.)
822 km East of Hinatuan, Surigao Del Sur
Coordinates:8.4°N, 133.8°E
Strength:Maximum sustained winds of 215 kph near the center and
gustiness of up to 250 kph
Movement:Forecast to move West Northwest at 30 kph
Forecast Positions/Outlook:Friday morning:240 km East Southeast of Guiuan, Eastern Samar
Saturday morning:vicinity of Romblon Island
Sunday morning:740 km West Northwest of Coron, Palawan.
Areas Having Public Storm Warning Signal
PSWS #LuzonVisayasMindanao
Signal No. 2
(winds of >60 to 100 kph may be expected in at least 24 hours)
NoneEastern Samar
Samar
Southern Leyte
Surigao Del Norte
Siargao Island
Dinagat Island
Northern part of Surigao Del Sur
Northern part of Agusan Del Norte
Signal No. 1
(30-60 kph winds may be expected in at least 36 hours)
Camarines Norte
Camarines Sur
Catanduanes
Albay
Sorsogon
Ticao Island
Burias Island
Masbate
Romblon
Marinduque
Southern Quezon
Aklan
Capiz
Iloilo
Antique
Guimaras
Negros Occidental and Oriental
Cebu
Camotes Island
Bohol
Siquijor
Leyte
Biliran Island
Northern Samar
Camaguin
Misamis Oriental
Rest of Agusan del Norte
Agusan del Sur
Rest of Surigao del Sur
Estimated rainfall amount is from 10.0 - 30.0 mm per hour (Heavy - Intense) within the 600 km diameter of the Typhoon.

Sea travel is risky over the eastern seaboard of Southern Luzon and Eastern Visayas.

The public and the disaster risk reduction and management council concerned are advised to take appropriate actions and watch for the next bulletin to be issued at 11 AM today. 

Wednesday, November 6, 2013

Typhoon YOLANDA as of 11pm

Severe Weather Bulletin Number ONE
Tropical Cyclone Warning: Typhoon "YOLANDA"(HAIYAN)
Issued at 11:00 p.m., Wednesday, 06 November 2013
The Typhoon East of Mindanao is about to enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) and will be named "YOLANDA"
Location of Center:
(as of 10:00 p.m.)
1,110 km East of Hinatuan, Surigao Del Sur
Coordinates:8.1°N, 135.5°E
Strength:Maximum sustained winds of 195 kph near the center and
gustiness of up to 230 kph
Movement:Forecast to move West Northwest at 30 kph
Forecast Positions/Outlook:Thursday evening:423 km East Southeast of Guiuan, Eastern Samar
Friday evening:55 km Southeast of Romblon Island
Saturday evening:527 km West Northwest of Coron, Palawan
Areas Having Public Storm Warning Signal
PSWS #LuzonVisayasMindanao
Signal No. 1
(30-60 kph winds may be expected in at least 36 hours)
NoneNorthern Samar
Eastern Samar
Samar
Leyte
Southern Leyte
Biliran Island
Camotes Island
Surigao Del Norte
Siargao Island
Dinagat Island
Surigao Del Sur
Agusan Del Norte
Northern part of Agusan Del Sur
Estimated rainfall amount is from 10.0 - 30.0 mm per hour (Heavy - Intense) within the 600 km diameter of the Typhoon.

Sea travel is risky over the eastern seaboard of Southern Luzon and Eastern Visayas.

The public and the disaster risk reduction and management council concerned are advised to take appropriate actions and watch for the next bulletin to be issued at 5 AM tomorrow. 

Climate tomorrow at Iloilo City (as of 3pm)


TS HAIYAN (International Name) weather update as of 5pm


According to AccuWeather.com


TS HAIYAN (International Name) weather update from PAGASA



At 4:00AM today, the eye of Typhoon w/ international name #Haiyan was located at 1, 560 KM East of Mindanao with max. winds of 120 kph and gustiness of up to 150 kph. It is forecast to move West at 30 kph.

Typhoon Haiyan is expected to enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility on Thursday morning and will possibly make landfall in Eastern Visayas on Friday.

Monday, November 4, 2013

Wilma has weakened into a Low Pressure Area (LPA)



WEATHER TONIGHT: Wilma has weakened into a Low Pressure Area.

LOCATION OF EYE CENTER: At 2:00 PM today, the center of the Low Pressure Area (LPA) was estimated based on all available data at 32 km Southeast of Tagbilaran City (9.5°N, 124.1°E).

Tropical Depression WILMA as of 5:00am






Severe Weather Bulletin Number ONE
Tropical Cyclone Warning: Tropical Depression "WILMA"
Issued at 6:45 a.m., Monday, 04 November 2013
The Low Pressure Area (LPA) East of Hinatuan, Surigao Del Sur has developed into a Tropical Depression and was named "WILMA"
Location of Center:
(as of 5:00 a.m.)
180 km East of Hinatuan, Surigao Del Sur
Coordinates:8.5°N, 128.0°E
Strength:Maximum sustained winds of 55 kph near the center 
Movement:Forecast to move West Northwest at 19 kph
Forecast Positions/Outlook:Tuesday morning:60 East of Dumaguete City
Wednesday morning:80 km East of Puerto Princesa City
Thursday morning:350 km West of Puerto Princesa City 
Areas Having Public Storm Warning Signal
PSWS #LuzonVisayasMindanao
Signal No. 1
(30-60 kph winds may be expected in at least 36 hours)
Dinagat Island
Surigao Del Norte
Siargao Island
Surigao Del Sur
Agusan Del Norte
Agusan Del Sur
Misamis Oriental
Camiguin
NoneNone
Estimated rainfall amount is from 5.0 - 15.0 mm per hour (moderate - heavy) within the 300 km diameter of the Tropical Depression.

The public and the disaster risk reduction and management council concerned are advised to take appropriate actions and watch for the next bulletin to be issued at 11 AM today.