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MANILA, Philippines — One to two tropical cyclones may enter the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR) in December, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysicalgame ape, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said on Sunday.
In a 4 p.m. weather forecast, state weather specialist Ana Clauren-Jorda said the public should prepare for potential tropical cyclones that may hit the country during the holiday season.
“One to two storms could potentially enter our area of responsibility, where there is a high chance of landfall or impact on land if we monitor a tropical cyclone or typhoon that could affect our country,” Jorda explained in Filipino.
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“That’s why, if we have a weather disturbance under observation, let us stay updated and alert, even during the Christmas or vacation season. We must remain prepared and vigilant in case a tropical cyclone or typhoon is being monitored in our country,” she added.
Article continues after this advertisementBased on Pagasa’s reports, the country has recorded six tropical cyclones starting October: Kristine (international name: Trami), Leon (international name: Kong-rey), Marce (international name: Yinxing), Nika (international name: Toraji), Ofel (international name: Usagi), and Pepito (international name: Man-yi)
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