Tropical Storm Maymay moved slowly off the coast of Northern Luzon, prompting the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) to raise Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1 over multiple areas in Luzon as residents prepared for potential impacts in late Wednesday or early Thursday.
PAGASA Tracking and Wind Signals
The slow-moving system hovered off Northern Luzon, prompting weather bureau officials to place at least 17 areas across Luzon under Signal No. 1. Forecasters warned that the storm’s erratic movement made precise landfall timing difficult to predict with absolute certainty, though models pointed to a potential coastal impact late Wednesday or early Thursday.
Emergency Preparations Across Luzon
Frequently Asked Questions
What areas are currently under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1?
PAGASA placed at least 17 areas across Luzon under Signal No. 1, requiring residents to monitor local weather bulletins and secure loose outdoor structures.
When is Tropical Storm Maymay expected to make landfall?
Forecasters tracked the storm moving erratically off Northern Luzon, with potential landfall projected for late Wednesday or early Thursday, depending on shifts in steering winds.
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