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Updated as of: 12:59 PM November 17, 2024

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Storm surge warning up in Metro Manila, other areas in Luzon

November 17 , 2024 – 08:57 AM
Storm surge warning up in Metro Manila, other areas in Luzon
Metro Manila and various parts of Luzon are at “high risk” of storm surge within the next 48 hours due to Super Typhoon Pepito.

Super Typhoon Pepito now over PH Sea east of Quezon, Signal # 5 up in 2 areas

November 17 , 2024 – 08:43 AM
Super Typhoon Pepito now over PH Sea in Quezon, Signal # 5 up in 2 areas
Super Typhoon Pepito (international name: Man-yi) is now over the Philippine Sea east of Quezon.

Pepito injures 2 persons, affects over 852,000 across PH so far – NDRRMC

November 17 , 2024 – 08:24 AM
Pepito injures 2 persons, affects over 852,000 across PH so far – NDRRMC
Two people were reportedly injured and over 850,000 individuals nationwide were affected by Super Typhoon Pepito, NDRRMC data revealed.

Over 4,600 stranded in ports across PH due to Super Typhoon Pepito

November 17 , 2024 – 07:39 AM
Over 4,600 stranded in ports across PH due to Super Typhoon Pepito
More than 4,600 individuals were stranded in various ports nationwide due to Super Typhoon Pepito, according to the Philippine Coast Guard…

Metro Manila malls offer free parking during Pepito’s onslaught

November 17 , 2024 – 06:42 AM
Metro Manila malls offer free parking during Pepito’s onslaught
Three mall chains in Metro Manila offered free overnight parking for vehicles that will be stranded due to rains, flooding brought by Pepito…

Super Typhoon Pepito to bring rains throughout PH on Sunday (Nov. 17)

November 17 , 2024 – 06:02 AM
Super Typhoon Pepito to bring rains throughout PH on Sunday (Nov. 17)
The whole country will see rains on Sunday caused by Super Typhoon Pepito (international name: Man-yi) and localized thunderstorms…

Pagasa: Parts of Polillo, Calaguas islands still under Signal No. 5

November 17 , 2024 – 05:35 AM
Pagasa: Parts of Polillo, Calaguas islands still under Signal No. 5
Two areas remain under TCWS No. 5 due to Super Typhoon Pepito (international name: Man-yi) as of early morning on Sunday.

Half-million moved ahead of wide Pepito impact

November 17 , 2024 – 05:30 AM
Half-million moved ahead of wide Pepito impact
Close to half a million people have been evacuated in the storm-battered Bicol region and about 65,000 more were told to take shelter.

Pepito’ next landfall: Northern Quezon or Aurora in the afternoon

November 17 , 2024 – 05:21 AM
Pepito’ next landfall: Northern Quezon or Aurora in the afternoon
Super Typhoon Pepito was forecast to make landfall over northern Quezon or central or southern Aurora between Sunday noon and afternoon.

Pagasa updates storm surge warning; areas along Manila Bay warned

November 17 , 2024 – 03:22 AM
Pagasa updates storm surge warning; areas along Manila Bay warned
Several areas in the country, including Metro Manila, were at risk of a storm surge more than three meters high due to Super Typhoon Pepito.

Pepito spotted over coastal waters of Caramoan in Camarines Sur

November 17 , 2024 – 02:55 AM
Pepito spotted over coastal waters of Caramoan in Camarines Sur
Pagasa said Super Typhoon Pepito continues to move west-northwest over the coastal waters of Camarines Sur in the early hours of Sunday.

Signal No. 5 hoisted over Calaguas islands, eastern portion of Polillo

November 17 , 2024 – 02:43 AM
Signal No. 5 hoisted over Calaguas islands, eastern portion of Polillo
Calaguas Islands and the eastern portion of Polillo Islands were placed under Signal No. 5 in the early hours of Sunday due to Pepito.

Pepito onslaught prompts flight cancellations

November 17 , 2024 – 02:20 AM
Pepito onslaught prompts flight cancellations
Several local and international flights scheduled for Sunday and Monday were canceled due to Super Typhoon Pepito. 

PAWS reminds: No pets left behind during calamities

November 17 , 2024 – 01:31 AM
PAWS reminds: No pets left behind during calamities
PAWS on Saturday reminded pet owners to keep their pets safe and secure during calamities, including the onslaught of Super Typhoon Pepito.

Pepito triggers heavy rainfall alert in various parts of PH

November 17 , 2024 – 12:35 AM
Pepito triggers heavy rainfall alert in various parts of PH
Pagasa issued a heavy rainfall warning in various parts of the country due to Super Typhoon Pepito (international name: Man-yi).

Pepito prompts storm surge warning in Luzon, Visayas areas

November 17 , 2024 – 12:05 AM
Pepito prompts storm surge warning in Luzon, Visayas areas
A storm surge warning was raised over some areas in Luzon and Visayas due to Super Typhoon Pepito on Saturday night.

Signal No. 5 still hoisted over Catanduanes, parts of Camarines Sur

November 16 , 2024 – 11:54 PM
Signal No. 5 still hoisted over Catanduanes, parts of Camarines Sur
Signal No. 5 remains hoisted over Catanduanes and the northeastern portion of Camarines Sur due to Super Typhoon Pepito.

Pepito’s ‘eye’ passing the vicinity of Panganiban, Catanduanes

November 16 , 2024 – 11:44 PM
Pepito’s ‘eye’ passing the vicinity of Panganiban, Catanduanes
The center of the eye of Super Typhoon Pepito was spotted in the vicinity of Panganiban, Catanduanes, as of 10 p.m.

Pepito makes landfall in Catanduanes

November 16 , 2024 – 10:19 PM
Pepito makes landfall in Catanduanes
Super Typhoon Pepito made landfall in the vicinity of Panganiban, Catanduanes on Saturday night, Pagasa said.

Pepito to bring heavy to torrential rains in some Luzon, Visayas areas

November 16 , 2024 – 09:55 PM
Pepito to bring heavy to torrential rains in some Luzon, Visayas areas
Super Typhoon Pepito is expected to bring heavy to torrential rains to some areas in Luzon and Visayas from Saturday to Monday evening.

Signal No. 5 remains hoisted over Catanduanes, Camarines Sur

November 16 , 2024 – 09:20 PM
Signal No. 5 remains hoisted over Catanduanes, Camarines Sur
Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal (TCWS) No. 5 remained over Catanduanes and the northeastern portion of Camarines

Legazpi City orders curfew amid threat of Pepito

November 16 , 2024 – 09:19 PM
Legazpi City orders curfew amid threat of Pepito
The local government here imposed curfew on Saturday night (November 16) amid the threat of Super Typhoon Pepito

Super Typhoon Pepito now approaching landfall in Catanduanes

November 16 , 2024 – 08:52 PM
Super Typhoon Pepito now approaching landfall in Catanduanes
Super Typhoon Pepito (international name: Man-yi) is about to make a landfall along the eastern coast of Catanduanes on Saturday evening

Satellite connections established in CamSur amid threat of Pepito

November 16 , 2024 – 08:10 PM
Satellite connections established in CamSur amid threat of Pepito
The provincial government of Camarines Sur has activated satellite connections across all local government units (LGUs)

Sunday classes on Nov. 17 suspended due to Super Typhoon Pepito

November 16 , 2024 – 08:07 PM
Sunday classes on Nov. 17 suspended due to Super Typhoon Pepito
Classes in some areas are ordered suspended on Sunday, November 17, due to the inclement weather brought by Super Typhoon Pepito

Pepito to make landfall in Catanduanes within next few hours

November 16 , 2024 – 07:04 PM
Pepito to make landfall in Catanduanes within next few hours
Super Typhoon Pepito (international name: Man-yi) is set to make landfall between 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Saturday in Catanduanes

Camarines Sur areas now under Signal No. 5 due to Pepito

November 16 , 2024 – 06:22 PM
Camarines Sur areas now under Signal No. 5 due to Pepito
The northeastern portion of Camarines Sur was placed on Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal (TCWS) No. 5 on Saturday afternoon

All Bicol flights, 54 flights via Manila canceled

November 16 , 2024 – 06:03 PM
All Bicol flights, 54 flights via Manila canceled
The CAAP said Saturday afternoon that the Bicol Tower will be closed due to Super Typhoon Pepito (international name Man-yi).

LIST: Areas at high risk of storm surge due to Super Typhoon Pepito

November 16 , 2024 – 04:55 PM
LIST: Areas at high risk of storm surge due to Super Typhoon Pepito
Pagasa issued a list of areas at high risk of storm surge that may occur within the next 48 hours due to Super Typhoon Pepito

All Bicol flights, 54 flights via Manila canceled

November 16 , 2024 – 06:03 PM
All Bicol flights, 54 flights via Manila canceled
The CAAP said Saturday afternoon that the Bicol Tower will be closed due to Super Typhoon Pepito (international name Man-yi).

Pepito’s strength reaching peak intensity, possible catastrophic level

November 16 , 2024 – 03:55 PM
Pepito’s strength reaching peak intensity, possible catastrophic level
Super Typhoon Pepito is approaching peak intensity and is possible to bring catastrophic and life-threatening situation

Quezon gov orders evacuation in coastal areas due to storm surge threat

November 16 , 2024 – 03:45 PM
Quezon gov orders evacuation in coastal areas due to storm surge threat
Quezon Governor Angelina Tan on Saturday ordered the evacuation of residents residing in coastal areas in the province

PCG suspends sea travel in Zambales due to Pepito

November 16 , 2024 – 03:18 PM
PCG suspends sea travel in Zambales due to Pepito
The PCG suspended sea travel in Zambales on November 16 due to expected rough sea conditions that will be caused by Pepito (Man-yi).

Pepito to bring intense rain in Bicol, heavy in other areas until Sunday

November 16 , 2024 – 03:14 PM
Pepito to bring intense rain in Bicol, heavy in other areas until Sunday
Super Typhoon Pepito (international name: Man-yi) is expected to bring intense to torrential rain in Bicol

Pepito prods evacuation of over 175,000 in Bicol

November 16 , 2024 – 03:06 PM
Pepito prods evacuation of over 175,000 in Bicol
In the face of threats posed by Super Typhoon Pepito (Man-yi), Bicol authorities evacuated 177,189 individuals in the region.

Signal No. 5 up in Catanduanes as Pepito set to make landfall

November 16 , 2024 – 02:56 PM
Signal No. 5 up in Catanduanes as Pepito set to make landfall
With Super Typhoon Pepito expected to make landfall on Saturday, Catanduanes was placed under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal (TCWS) No. 5

Bulacan starts evacuation of residents ahead of Pepito

November 16 , 2024 – 02:19 PM
Bulacan starts evacuation of residents ahead of Pepito
Evacuation of residents in low-lying and coastal areas in Bulacan have started on Saturday in preparation for Super Typhoon Pepito

Pepito stops over 3,000 travelers at Luzon, Visayas ports – PCG

November 16 , 2024 – 01:59 PM
Pepito stops over 3,000 travelers at Luzon, Visayas ports – PCG
Sea travel risks due to Super Typhoon Pepito (international name: Man-yi) stranded more than 3,000 travelers at Luzon and Visayas ports.

Catanduanes orders forced evacuation as Pepito intensifies

November 16 , 2024 – 01:26 PM
Catanduanes orders forced evacuation as Pepito intensifies
The provincial government of Catanduanes ordered the forced evacuation of families as the province was placed under TCWS No. 4 due to Pepito.

Naga City imposes curfew as Super Typhoon Pepito threatens Bicol

November 16 , 2024 – 12:58 PM
Naga City imposes curfew as Super Typhoon Pepito threatens Bicol
Naga City Mayor Nelson Legacion imposed a general curfew in his jurisdiction starting at noon on Saturday, November 16 due to Pepito.

Super Typhoon Pepito prompts Signal No. 4 in parts Bicol

November 16 , 2024 – 12:40 PM
Super Typhoon Pepito prompts Signal No. 4 in parts Bicol
Super Typhoon Pepito (international name: Man-yi) prompted TCWS No. 4 over parts of the Bicol Region on Saturday morning.

Storm surge alert up in Luzon, Visayas as Pepito’s landfall nears

November 16 , 2024 – 12:20 PM
Storm surge alert up in Luzon, Visayas as Pepito’s landfall nears
A warning on the likely event of a storm surge was raised over parts of Luzon and Visayas ahead of the landfall of Super Typhoon Pepito.

Ahead of Pepito’s landfall, storm surge floods Bicol coastal areas

November 16 , 2024 – 11:28 AM
Ahead of Pepito’s landfall, storm surge floods Bicol coastal areas
A storm surge triggered by strong winds from the approaching Typhoon Pepito (Man-yi) flooded some coastal areas of Bicol Region provinces.

Pepito is now a super typhoon, says Pagasa

November 16 , 2024 – 10:59 AM
Pepito is now a super typhoon, says Pagasa
Typhoon Pepito (international name: Man-yi) grew into a super typhoon on Saturday morning, according to Pagasa.

Sea travel halt due to Pepito holds 1,600 passengers at Sorsogon ports

November 16 , 2024 – 10:45 AM
Sea travel halt due to Pepito holds 1,600 passengers at Sorsogon ports
The number of stranded passengers in the ports of Sorsogon rose to 1,672 after sea travel was halted due to Typhoon Pepito (Man-yi)

Pepito wind signals cover areas from Luzon to Mindanao

November 16 , 2024 – 09:12 AM
Pepito wind signals cover areas from Luzon to Mindanao
Pepito (Man-yi) remained on track to become a super typhoon, sustaining its strength and prompting wind signals from Luzon to Mindanao.

On Pepito’s lane: Bicol locals take shelter in Albay mall

November 16 , 2024 – 08:37 AM
On Pepito’s lane: Bicol locals take shelter in Albay mall
Typhoon Pepito (Man-yi) was anticipated to hit the Bicol Region over the weekend, prompting locals to take shelter in a mall.

Oncoming Pepito moves evacuees to Catanduanes churches for safety

November 16 , 2024 – 08:18 AM
Oncoming Pepito moves evacuees to Catanduanes churches for safety
The impending approach of Typhoon Pepito (Man-yi) has moved residents to churches under the Diocese of Virac in Catanduanes.

Pepito may trigger lahar from Taal, Pinatubo, Mayon – Phivolcs

November 16 , 2024 – 07:46 AM
Pepito may trigger lahar from Taal, Pinatubo, Mayon – Phivolcs
Pepito (Man-yi), which is forecast to become a super typhoon, may trigger lahar from Taal, Pinatubo, and Mayon volcanoes, warned Phivolcs.

As Pepito nears super typhoon status, Signal No. 3 raised in more areas

November 16 , 2024 – 06:25 AM
As Pepito nears super typhoon status, Signal No. 3 raised in more areas
Typhoon Pepito (Man-yi) is forecast to become a super typhoon in a few hours, so more areas were placed on TCWS No. 3 early Saturday morning.

After Kristine, Bicol folk brace for Pepito

November 16 , 2024 – 05:30 AM
After Kristine, Bicol folk brace for Pepito
Thousands of residents across the typhoon-battered Bicol region were to be evacuated on Friday ahead of the onslaught of Typhoon Pepito

Pepito may become super typhoon before landfall in Catanduanes

November 16 , 2024 – 05:25 AM
Pepito may become super typhoon before landfall in Catanduanes
Pepito is expected to intensify into a super typhoon on Saturday before making landfall in Catanduanes, state meteorologists said.

Signal No. 3 up in Catanduanes, where Pepito seen to make landfall

November 16 , 2024 – 03:05 AM
Signal No. 3 up in Catanduanes, where Pepito seen to make landfall
State meteorologists hosted Tropical Cyclone Wind Signa No. 3 over parts of Catanduanes where Typhoon Pepito is expected to make landfall.

LIST: Luzon, Visayas areas under Signal No. 2 as Pepito nears

November 16 , 2024 – 12:56 AM
LIST: Luzon, Visayas areas under Signal No. 2 as Pepito nears
Several provinces in the Bicol Region are now under Signal No. 2 as Typhoon Pepito (international name: Man-yi) approaches.

Pepito rapidly intensifies, may become super typhoon on Saturday

November 16 , 2024 – 12:07 AM
Pepito rapidly intensifies, may become super typhoon on Saturday
Typhoon Pepito has rapidly intensified as it is poised to reach super typhoon category over the weekend, state meteorologists said on Friday.

LIST: Canceled flights on Saturday, Nov. 16, due to Typhoon Pepito

November 15 , 2024 – 07:03 PM
LIST: Canceled flights on Saturday, Nov. 16, due to Typhoon Pepito
Local airline Cebu Pacific canceled several of its flights scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 16, as Typhoon Pepito gained strength

Typhoon Pepito intensifies; wind signals up over more areas

November 15 , 2024 – 06:35 PM
Typhoon Pepito intensifies; wind signals up over more areas
Typhoon Pepito continues to “rapidly intensify”, which prompted the state weather bureau to raise  wind signals over more parts of the country

Pagasa issues upgraded rainfall warning as Pepito approaches Luzon

November 15 , 2024 – 03:12 PM
Pagasa issues upgraded rainfall warning as Pepito approaches Luzon
Pagasa upgraded on Friday morning its heavy rainfall warning for Metro Manila and Cavite as Typhoon Pepito approaches Luzon.

Coast Guard: 1,606 stranded in Bicol, Eastern Visayas ports

November 15 , 2024 – 02:31 PM
Coast Guard: 1,606 stranded in Bicol, Eastern Visayas ports
1,606 passengers are stranded in various ports in the Bicol region and Eastern Visayas which amid two weather disturbances – PCG

Pagasa warns: Pepito a very dangerous cyclone

November 15 , 2024 – 02:46 PM
Pagasa warns: Pepito a very dangerous cyclone
The state weather bureau on Friday cautioned the public that Pepito, which intensified into a typhoon, is a very dangerous tropical cyclone.

SC suspends court operations in parts of Bicol, Isabela, N. Samar

November 15 , 2024 – 01:54 PM
SC suspends court operations in parts of Bicol, Isabela, N. Samar
The Supreme Court on Friday announced the suspension of work in some courts in the Bicol region, Northern Samar and Isabela.

Pepito prompts Signal No. 2 in Northern and Eastern Samar

November 15 , 2024 – 01:30 PM
Pepito prompts Signal No. 2 in Northern and Eastern Samar
Typhoon Pepito (international name: Man-yi) caused the raising of Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 2 in Northern and Eastern Samar.

Ofel forecast to exit PH Friday afternoon; Batanes under Signal No. 2

November 15 , 2024 – 12:58 PM
Ofel forecast to exit PH Friday afternoon; Batanes under Signal No. 2
The state weather bureau lifted Signal No. 3 as Typhoon Ofel goes back to being a severe tropical storm on Friday morning.

Ofel wreaks more damage and misery in PH as yet another typhoon looms

November 15 , 2024 – 12:20 PM
Ofel wreaks more damage and misery in PH as yet another typhoon looms
Typhoon Ofel swamped rural villages in floods, knocked down power and displaced thousands more people before blowing away from Philippines.

Pepito now a typhoon; Ofel lowers strength to severe tropical storm

November 15 , 2024 – 12:05 PM
Pepito now a typhoon; Ofel lowers strength to severe tropical storm
Severe Tropical Storm Pepito (international name: Man-yi) gathered more strength and is now a typhoon, according to Pagasa.

Bicol, still reeling from Kristine, is on path of Pepito

November 15 , 2024 – 10:48 AM
Bicol, still reeling from Kristine, is on path of Pepito
The Bicol Region, which is still reeling from the effects of Kristine is on the path of Pepito, a potential super typhoon.

WALANG PASOK: November 15 class suspensions due to Ofel, Pepito

November 15 , 2024 – 07:40 AM
WALANG PASOK: November 15 class suspensions due to Ofel, Pepito
Class suspensions were imposed in Luzon and Visayas on Friday, November 15, due to Bad weather brought on by Ofel and Pepito.

Pepito to become typhoon in 12 hrs, hit land at peak intensity

November 15 , 2024 – 06:59 AM
Pepito to become typhoon in 12 hrs, hit land at peak intensity
Severe Tropical Storm Pepito (international name: Man-yi) further intensified and was nearing typhoon status early Friday morning.

Ofel lashes Cagayan as Pepito nears Luzon

November 15 , 2024 – 05:32 AM
Ofel lashes Cagayan as Pepito nears Luzon
Supertyphoon Ofel (international name: Usagi) made a powerful landfall over Baggao, Cagayan, at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday

LIST: Storm surge warning in parts of Luzon, Visayas due to Pepito

November 15 , 2024 – 04:11 AM
LIST: Storm surge warning in parts of Luzon, Visayas due to Pepito
A storm surge warning was hoisted over eight provinces in Luzon and Visayas due to Severe Tropical Storm Pepito.

LIST: Luzon areas to see heavy rainfall due to Ofel, Pepito

November 15 , 2024 – 01:18 AM
LIST: Luzon areas to see heavy rainfall due to Ofel, Pepito
Some parts of Luzon will experience moderate to torrential rainfall from Friday to Sunday due to tropical cyclones Ofel and Pepito.

Signal No. 1 up in some Luzon, Visayas areas due to Pepito

November 15 , 2024 – 12:13 AM
Signal No. 1 up in some Luzon, Visayas areas due to Pepito
Severe Tropical Storm Pepito prompted the raising of Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1 over some parts of the country on Thursday evening.

Pepito to make landfall this weekend, may become super typhoon

November 15 , 2024 – 12:00 AM
Pepito to make landfall this weekend, may become super typhoon
Severe Tropical Storm Pepito which entered PAR on Thursday, is forecast to make landfall on Saturday or Sunday, state weather bureau said.
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