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Philippines weather bureau warns of heavy rains across Central Luzon Thursday
The state weather bureau has issued a rainfall warning for Bataan and surrounding Central Luzon provinces as the southwest monsoon brings light to moderate precipitation with occasional heavy downpours. The warning was issued Thursday morning ahead of expected wet conditions in the region.
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The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) warned of light to moderate rainfall with occasional heavy showers affecting Bataan and other parts of Central Luzon on Thursday, attributing the weather pattern to the southwest monsoon locally known as the habagat.
The rainfall warning, issued at 8 a.m., alerted residents and local government units in the affected areas to prepare for potentially hazardous conditions. The southwest monsoon system is expected to bring moisture-laden winds that could trigger localized flooding and landslides in vulnerable areas.
The weather development prompted school suspensions in some parts of Luzon as educational institutions took precautionary measures to ensure student and staff safety during the rainy period. Local authorities were advised to monitor water levels in low-lying communities and maintain readiness for emergency response operations.
PAGASA advised the public to remain vigilant and follow updates from the weather bureau as the monsoon system continues to affect the region. Residents in flood-prone areas were urged to take necessary precautions and avoid unnecessary travel during the period of heavy rainfall.