http://www.typhoon2000.ph/micro.htmlTYPHOON LUPIT [RAMIL/22W/0920]
T2K PUBLIC ADVISORY NUMBER 023
6:00 PM PST (10:00 GMT) Wed 21 October 2009
Source: T2K ANALYSIS / JTWC WARNING #030
Typhoon LUPIT (RAMIL) continued moving WSW closer to Extreme Northern Luzon...outer rainbands approaching Batanes Group & Northern Cagayan.
*Residents and visitors along Northern Luzon & Taiwan should closely monitor the progress of LUPIT (RAMIL). *Kindly refer to your local warnings & bulletins issued by your country's official weather agency. This advisory is intended for additional information purposes only.
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Forecast Outlook: LUPIT is expected to decelerate as it tracks WSW w/in the next 12 to 24 hours. Its wind speed will slightly strengthen back to Category 2 (165 kph) as it moves closer to the coast of Northeastern Luzon due to improved atmospheric conditions (warm ocean moisture & unstable air). The 2 to 5-day Long-Range Forecast shows LUPIT making landfall over the northern tip of Cagayan on Friday afternoon, Oct 23 approx. 2-3PM as it barely moves Westward. It shall continue moving ona slow trek across the Northern portions of Cagayan, Apayao and Ilocos Norte throughout Saturday Oct 24. The core shall be off Laoag City early Sunday morning Oct 25 at around 2-3AM as a weakened Tropical Storm. By Monday morning, Oct 26, LUPIT shall be moving slowly across the South China Sea, away from Ilocos Norte, re-strengthening back to a minimal Typhoon.
*Alternate Forecast Scenario: There is a strong possibility that LUPIT might track Westward passing thru the Balintang Channel and spare Cagayan & Ilocos Norte from a direct hit, then move WNW to NW-ward towards Taiwan or SE China. This scenario is likely as some models deviates from the abovementioned current forecast. The probability of this alternate forecast remains high. Please be reminded that the Forecast Outlook changes every 6 hours, so
a turn to the left or right of its future track and other conditions must be considered. So please stay tuned. +
Effects: LUPIT's circulation remains organized & large with a cloud-filled EYE. The outer & inner rain bands remains at sea...not yet affecting any major islands at this time, however, LUPIT may begin to affect Extreme Northern Luzon beginning tonight - if the forecast movement continues...deteriorating weather conditions can be expected within the next 36 to 72 hours.
1-day rainfall accumulations of 75 up to 200 mm (moderate to heavy rain) can be expected along its rainbands...with isolated accumulations of 400 mm or more (very heavy to extreme rain) near the center of LUPIT particularly along its projected path. Residents in low-lying areas & steep slopes must remain alert & seek evacuation for possible life-threatening flash floods, mudslides & landslides due to the anticipated heavy rains brought about by this system. Precautionary measures must be initiated if necessary. Possible coastal Storm Surge flooding of 4 to 5 feet above normal tide levels...accompanied by large and dangerous battering waves...is possible along the coastal areas of Extreme Northern Luzon especially along Cagayan, Batanes-Calayan-Babuyan Island Group, Isabela & Ilocos Norte. Very minimal damage is likely on this type of storm surge. Danger from Rip Currents or Rip Tides can be expected along the beach-front areas of Northern Luzon & Taiwan.
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Important Note: Please keep in mind that the above forecast outlook, effects, current monsoon intensity, & tropical cyclone watch changes every 6 to 12 hrs!]
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http://www.pagasa.dost.gov.ph/wb/tcupdate.shtmlSevere Weather Bulletin Number FIFTEEN
Tropical Cyclone Warning: Typhoon "RAMIL" (LUPIT)
Issued at 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, 21 October 2009
Typhoon "RAMIL" has maintained its strength as it approaches Northern Luzon. Location of Center: (as of 4:00 p.m.) 455 km East Northeast of Aparri, Cagayan
Coordinates: 19.7°N, 126.2°E
Strength: Maximum sustained winds of 175 kph near center and gustiness of up to 210 kph
Movement: West Southwest at 15 kph
Forecast Positions/Outlook:
Thursday afternoon: 130 km East of Aparri, Cagayan or at 230 km East Northeast of Laoag City
Friday afternoon: vicinity of Laoag City
Saturday afternoon: 165 km West of Laoag City
Areas Having Public Storm Warning SignalSignal No.3 (100-185 kph winds):
Batanes Group
Cagayan
Calayan Island
Babuyan Islands
Signal No. 2 (60-100 kph winds):
Ilocos Norte
Ilocos Sur
Apayao
Abra
Kalinga
Isabela
Mt Province
Ifugao
Benguet
La Union
Signal No. 1 (30-60 kph winds):
Pangasinan
Nueva Vizcaya
Quirino
Aurora
Northern Quezon
Polillo Islands
Nueva Ecija
Tarlac
Zambales
Residents in low-lying areas and near mountain slopes under signals #3, #2 and #1 are advised to take all the necessary precautionary measures against possible flashfloods and landslides.
Those living along the coast in areas under signal #2 and #3 are advised to be on alert against storm surge and big waves generated by the typhoon.
The public and the disaster coordinating councils concerned are advised to take appropriate actions and watch for the next bulletin to be issued at 11 PM today.