| AFFECTED AREAS |
Mindanao Dinagat Islands, Surigao del Norte including Siargao and Bucas Grande Islands, Surigao del Sur, the northern portion of Agusan del Norte (Kitcharao, Jabonga, Santiago, City of Cabadbaran, Remedios T. Romualdez, Tubay), the eastern portion of Agusan del Sur (Trento, Bunawan, San Francisco, Rosario, Prosperidad, City of Bayugan, Sibagat), and the northern portion of Davao Oriental (Boston, Cateel) |
| Meteorological Condition |
A tropical cyclone will affect the the locality. Winds of greater than 62 km/h and up to 88 km/h may be expected in at least 24 hours. |
| Impact of the Wind |
Light to Moderate damage to high risk structures.Very light to light damage to medium-risk structures. No damage to very light damage to low risk structures. Unshielded, old dilapidated schoolhouses, makeshift shanties, and other structures of light materials are partially damaged or unroofed. A number of nipa and cogon houses may be partially or totally unroofed.Some old galvanized iron (G.I.) roofs may be peeled or blown off. Some wooden, old electric posts are tilted or downed. Some damage to poorly constructed signs/billboards.In general, the winds may bring light to moderate damage to the exposed communities. Most banana plants, a few mango trees, ipil-ipil and similar types of trees are downed or broken. Some coconut trees may be tilted with few others broken. Rice and corn may be adversely affected. Considerable damage to shrubbery and trees with some heavy-foliaged trees blown down. |
| Precautionary Measures |
The sea and coastal waters are dangerous to small seacrafts
Special attention should be given to the latest position, the direction and speed of movement and the intensity of the storm as it may intensify and move towards the locality.
The general public especially people travelling by sea and air are cautioned to avoid unnecessary risks.Outdoor activities of children should be postponed.
Secure properties before the signal is upgraded.Disaster preparedness agencies/organizations are in action to alert their communities. |
| What To Do |
Prepare flashlights, batteries, matches, kerosene lamps, or candles and charcoal in anticipation of power failure, first aid kit and store ready to eat foods.
Keep your cell phones fully charged.
Elevate household things in case of flooding.
For fishing folks, secure fishing boats in safe area. |
