Another Tropical Storm to Hit Philippines after Kristine

Fresh from the whip and torrential downpour brought about by severe tropical storm Kristine, the Philippines may face another round of rainfall and wind blow as a new tropical storm approaches the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR).

According to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) on Saturday, 26 October 2024, a tropical storm with international name Kong-Rey moves towards the eastern PAR with a speed of 35 kilometers per hour.

Kong-Rey may enter the PAR in the early morning of Sunday, 27 October 2024, upon which it will be named "Leon."

The PAGASA noted that tropical storm Kong-Rey may intensify to a severe tropical storm on Sunday and, eventually, to a typhoon on Monday, 27 October 2024.

Current PAGASA forecast shows that upon entry in the PAR, Kong-Rey may continue its movement within the area northward but away from the Philippine landmass; however, its outer rainband may bring rain and wind rush throughout the country, especially in the northern Luzon.

The PAGASA advises the public to stay tuned in the weather bureau’s advisories.