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Southwest Monsoon to Drench Metro Manila, Luzon with Heavy Rains
The Philippines' state weather bureau has warned of occasional heavy rainfall expected to batter Metro Manila and select Luzon regions on Thursday afternoon as the southwest monsoon intensifies.
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The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) issued the alert in its 2 p.m. advisory, indicating that light to moderate rainfall with occasional heavy downpours would likely affect the capital region and surrounding areas throughout the afternoon.
The southwest monsoon, locally known as the habagat, is a seasonal weather pattern that regularly brings moisture-laden winds across the Philippines during the June-to-September period. The system is expected to continue its influence over the coming days, potentially affecting transportation and outdoor activities in affected regions.
Residents and travelers in Metro Manila and neighboring Luzon provinces are advised to monitor further updates from Pagasa and take necessary precautions against flooding and hazardous road conditions. Local government units have been urged to prepare emergency response measures and ensure drainage systems are functioning properly to manage the anticipated rainfall.