TYPHOON ‘Nika’ remains strong as it nears the Luzon mainland.
According to the latest bulletin from DOST-PAGASA on November 10 at 11:00 AM, Typhoon Nika currently has sustained winds of up to 100 km/h near its center, with gusts reaching 125 km/h.
The typhoon is moving westward at a speed of 30 km/h, with its center located approximately 500 kilometers east of Infanta, Quezon.
Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1 has been raised over Rizal Province and parts of northeastern Laguna, including Santa Maria, Mabitac, Pakil, Pangil, Famy, Siniloan, Paete, Kalayaan, Cavinti, Lumban, and Luisiana. In Quezon, Signal No. 1 covers the eastern municipalities of Calauag, Guinayangan, Tagkawayan, Pitogo, San Andres, Buenavista, San Francisco, Pagbilao, Infanta, Lopez, Catanauan, Mulanay, Unisan, General Luna, Plaridel, Quezon, Alabat, Sampaloc, Padre Burgos, Macalelon, Mauban, Perez, Agdangan, Gumaca, Atimonan, Real, San Narciso, General Nakar, Lucban, Tayabas City, Lucena City, as well as the Polillo Islands.
Heavy rainfall is expected over the next 36 hours in areas under TCWS #1, and moderate to heavy rains—estimated at 50-100 mm—are forecast in Quezon Province. This level of precipitation may result in flooding in low-lying areas and landslides in mountainous regions.
Strong waves are also anticipated along the eastern coast of Quezon, prompting authorities to advise against sea travel, particularly for small vessels.
Residents are advised to stay alert and take necessary precautions to ensure safety.