Uwan Now a Super Typhoon
Uwan intensified into a super typhoon on Sunday morning, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) announced.
Current Status and Location
The super typhoon is packing maximum sustained winds of 185 kilometers per hour (kph), with gusts reaching up to 230 kph. It was last located 125 kilometers east-northeast of Virac, Catanduanes, moving west-northwest at 25 kph.
Warnings Issued
Pagasa raised Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal (TCWS) No. 5 in the Polillo Islands, several parts of Camarines Norte, and Catanduanes. Signal No. 5 warns of extreme life-threatening conditions due to typhoon-force winds of 185 kph or higher expected within the next twelve hours.
"Uwan watch: Sunday to Monday morning most crucial time, says Pagasa."
Areas Under Signal No. 5
- Polillo Islands
- Parts of Camarines Norte
- Catanduanes
Residents are urged to prepare for severe weather conditions as Uwan approaches.
Summary: Super Typhoon Uwan brings life-threatening winds exceeding 185 kph, prompting highest storm warnings in several Philippine areas, with a crucial period from Sunday to Monday morning.