Typhoon Uwan Nears the Philippines
Typhoon Uwan is rapidly intensifying as it moves closer to the Philippines, raising alerts about destructive winds, heavy rain, and potentially life-threatening conditions.
Current Status and Location
The storm, also known as Fung-wong, has strengthened into a severe tropical storm. As of Friday, it was positioned 1,470 kilometres east of Eastern Visayas, outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR).
- Maximum sustained winds: 95 km/h
- Wind gusts: up to 115 km/h
- Movement: Northwest at 10 km/h
Projected Path and Naming
The storm is expected to enter the PAR by midnight or early Saturday, at which point it will be renamed Uwan, meaning "rain" in Cebuano. Forecasters anticipate possible landfall at or near peak strength over Northern or Central Luzon on 10 November 2025.
Warnings and Preparedness
Disaster officials have expressed early concerns due to the potential severity of the storm. Residents in the projected path are urged to prepare promptly.
"The rapid intensification of the weather system could bring life-threatening conditions across large parts of Luzon," meteorologists warn.
Early alerts are expected for eastern Luzon and the Visayas starting Saturday morning.
Author's summary: Typhoon Uwan is gaining strength quickly and poses a serious threat to the Philippines, with authorities advising immediate preparedness for severe weather conditions.
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