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Several dams across Luzon, Philippines, recorded a slight increase in water levels as of Monday, August 24, with some remaining just below their normal high water levels.

The southwest monsoon, locally known as 'habagat,' is expected to persist over Luzon, bringing rain to the region on Sunday, August 23, and continuing through Monday, August 24. Residents are advised to prepare for continued wet weather conditions.

The state weather bureau in the Philippines announced that an enhanced southwest monsoon, or habagat, is expected to bring heavy rains to more areas in Luzon and the western section of Visayas early next week.

The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry-North Luzon has expressed "in principle" support for the Pax Silica initiative, which involves projects hosted within the New Clark City in Tarlac province.

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) has forecast heavy rains for parts of Metro Manila and Luzon, with the heaviest concentration expected over Northern and Central Luzon.

A red rainfall warning has been issued for Bataan and other areas in Luzon, indicating heavy rainfall and potential flooding. Residents are advised to take precautions and stay updated on weather conditions.

Luzon and the Visayas regions in the Philippines are experiencing moderate to intense monsoon rains, with PAGASA monitoring two low-pressure areas, one of which could intensify into Tropical Depression Neneng.

Water levels in several dams across Luzon, Philippines, slightly receded but remained close to their spilling capacities over the past 24 hours as the southwest monsoon continued to bring rains to parts of the country.

The Habagat (southwest monsoon) is expected to bring scattered rain and thunderstorms to Metro Manila and several provinces in Luzon and Visayas.

The state weather bureau in the Philippines has warned that the southwest monsoon, locally known as 'habagat,' is expected to continue affecting Luzon and parts of Visayas for the next five days.

The Philippine state weather bureau, Pagasa, has warned that the southwest monsoon, or habagat, is expected to intensify over the weekend, bringing heavy rains to more areas in Luzon.

The southwest monsoon is expected to continue bringing rains to Luzon and Western Visayas on Friday, with a low-pressure area also forming outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility. Residents in affected areas should remain vigilant for potential weather impacts.

A new study using GPS tags has mapped the movements of flying foxes in Luzon, Philippines. The research reveals these bats travel tens of kilometers nightly, utilize various roosts, and frequently return to feeding sites in farms and urban areas.

Monsoon rains are expected to affect many parts of Luzon until Thursday, leading to an increase in water levels in six out of nine monitored dams. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) is closely monitoring the situation.

The state weather bureau reported that the southwest monsoon, or habagat, will continue to bring rains to parts of Luzon, while the rest of the Philippines can expect improving weather conditions.

The southwest monsoon (habagat) continues to affect Luzon and Visayas, bringing strong winds that have damaged numerous houses. Reports indicate at least 72 homes were affected in Iloilo City and 32 in Zambales, impacting hundreds of residents.

Incessant rains from the southwest monsoon (habagat) caused landslides, road closures, and rising river levels across Cagayan Valley and the Cordillera region in Northern Luzon, disrupting travel on Sunday.

Heavy monsoon rains, exacerbated by the 'habagat' and other storms, have caused widespread flooding, power interruptions, and a rising death toll across Luzon, including red alerts in Ilocos Sur and Benguet. Rivers have overflowed in areas like La Trinidad, Benguet, and 13 villages in Oriental Mindoro have been inundated.

Classes in several areas of Luzon, Philippines, have been suspended on Saturday, August 8, due to severe inclement weather conditions.

PAGASA warns that heavy rains from Habagat could trigger floods and landslides across parts of Luzon, Philippines, through the weekend.

Classes and government work in Luzon areas, including Baggao, Cagayan, have been suspended on Thursday, August 6, due to the impact of Typhoon Maymay. The Palace issued the suspension order to ensure public safety.

A World Bank report suggests that addressing generation costs, rather than just system loss, could significantly reduce household electricity rates in Luzon by up to 28%.

A yellow rainfall warning has been issued for Metro Manila and parts of Luzon due to the southwest monsoon and a low-pressure area, indicating heavy rainfall.

The trough of a Low Pressure Area (LPA) is expected to bring heavy rains to Metro Manila and other parts of Luzon and Visayas on Saturday. Residents are advised to prepare for potential flooding and disruptions.

The state weather bureau Pagasa announced that fair weather is expected in Luzon on Friday, July 31, 2026, as the low pressure area within the Philippine area of responsibility has dissipated.

The Philippines is proposing the Pax Silica hub in New Clark City, Tarlac, as a semiconductor and artificial intelligence ecosystem. The project, part of the Luzon Economic Corridor, is projected to require significant water and power resources.

A low pressure area (LPA) within the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) is bringing scattered rain over areas in Southern Luzon. The LPA is currently crossing the region, affecting local weather conditions.

A low-pressure area located near Baao, Camarines Sur, is expected to bring scattered rains to Metro Manila and various parts of Luzon, according to PAGASA.

An agricultural workers' group in the Philippines has voiced strong opposition to the US-led Pax Silica initiative, warning that its proposed economic security zone in Central Luzon could exacerbate existing land and labor issues.

Typhoon Kiyapo intensified and exited the Philippine Area of Responsibility, heading towards Southern China, while the enhanced southwest monsoon (habagat) brought relentless rains, triggering red rainfall warnings, widespread flooding in Western Visayas, and class suspensions across multiple areas in Luzon and Visayas.

San Antonio, Zambales, will host this year’s Association of Tourism Officers of Central Luzon (ATOCEL) Convention, aiming to showcase its growing tourism industry and strengthen partnerships.

A low-pressure area (LPA) is expected to enter the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR) within 12-24 hours, potentially developing into a tropical depression and affecting parts of Northern and Central Luzon.

The southwest monsoon is expected to bring scattered rains to parts of western Luzon, while most of the Philippines will experience generally fair weather.

Rappler's environment reporter discusses with Dr. Jayson Ibañez of the Philippine Eagle Foundation their project to establish Apayao as a thriving habitat for the endangered Philippine eagle.

The Philippine National Railways (PNR) and five government agencies have signed an agreement to enhance railway safety in the Bicol Region as part of efforts to modernize rail transport in Southern Luzon.

A 55-year-old farmer in Isabela, Philippines, is facing significant crop damage as a prolonged dry spell causes his rice fields to crack, impacting agriculture across Northern Luzon.

The High Court’s Bar Bulletin, dated July 8, announced that the 2026 Bar examinations in the Philippines will feature 15 local testing centers, including seven in the National Capital Region, three in Luzon, three in Visayas, and two in Mindanao.

A thunderstorm and rainfall alert has been issued for Metro Manila and other parts of Luzon for Thursday afternoon. Residents are advised to prepare for potential severe weather conditions.

The Philippine state weather bureau, Pagasa, warns of heavy rains over Luzon and Visayas as a low-pressure area (LPA) near Eastern Samar may develop into a tropical depression. Residents are advised to take precautions against possible flash floods and landslides.

Philippine police engaged in a shootout with three robbery suspects along the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) on Friday. The suspects were reportedly being tracked for a series of robberies.

A tropical depression located east of Visayas is still outside the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR) but is expected to enter by Saturday night. Easterlies, enhanced by the depression, are forecast to bring rains over parts of Luzon and Visayas.

The lack of transparency from Ateneo after the deaths of its players Rene Baterbonia and Divine Adili has become fodder for Duterte supporters, who are using the incident to reinforce a Luzon versus Mindanao messaging.

State meteorologists in the Philippines predict that several areas in western Luzon may experience rains on Friday, Independence Day, due to the southwest monsoon.

The state weather bureau Pagasa forecasts cloudy skies and rain showers in parts of Northern and Central Luzon on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, attributed to the southwest monsoon or 'habagat'.

The Philippine state weather bureau, Pagasa, announced that the southwest monsoon, locally known as "habagat," is expected to bring rains over Luzon on Sunday before weakening.

The Philippine weather bureau announced that the southwest monsoon, locally known as "habagat," is expected to continue bringing rain to parts of Luzon. Moderate winds and seas are also anticipated.

Parts of Metro Manila and other areas in Luzon are expected to experience light to moderate rains, with occasional heavy rainfall, on Thursday afternoon due to the southwest monsoon or habagat.

The state weather bureau in the Philippines announced that a low pressure area (LPA) is anticipated to enter the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR) by Thursday or Friday, bringing wet weather to parts of Luzon.

Typhoon Domeng (international name Jangmi) has strengthened and its trough is bringing scattered rain and thunderstorms to several provinces in Northern Luzon, Philippines.

Farmers in northern Luzon, Philippines, are lamenting that an oversupply of native tobacco, known as 'batek,' has led to a significant drop in market prices.

Southern Luzon Command Commander Lt. Gen. Cerilo C. Balaoro Jr. and former Deputy Speaker Brig. Gen. Mikee Romero led multi-sectoral outreach missions to provide relief and hope to Mangyan villages affected by fire in the Philippines.

The Philippines is experiencing rotational brownouts in Luzon and a 'Yellow' alert in Visayas, as a severe heatwave, plant outages, and line failures push the power grid to its brink.

Most dams across Luzon, including Angat Dam, have reported a renewed decrease in water levels. This decline has led authorities to consider cloud-seeding operations as a potential solution.

Red and yellow power alerts have been lifted for Luzon and Visayas, though unexpected power plant outages could still lead to an unstable electricity supply over the weekend.

Senior military officials and reservists in Northern Luzon, Philippines, gathered for a convention to strengthen coordination, operational readiness, and rapid response capabilities for disasters and emergencies.

Amnesty International reports a worsening human rights, economic, and climate-related crisis in Luzon, leading to displacement and marginalization of vulnerable communities due to militarization and land disputes.

Subsection 3 of the Cavite-Laguna Expressway (CALAX), extending to the Governor’s Drive Interchange in General Trias, has been opened by President Marcos, offering travelers in southern Luzon an alternative to congested local roads with waived tolls.

MANILA, Philippines — Parts of Luzon, the Visayas, and Mindanao are experiencing a dangerous combination of extreme heat, unstable weather, water shortages, and early El Niño-related impacts, as the…

Recent grid alerts in Luzon and Visayas have exposed persistent vulnerabilities in the Philippines' electricity system, primarily due to its heavy reliance on large power plants.

MANILA, Philippines — The southwest monsoon or habagat will affect parts of Luzon on Tuesday and is expected to continue prevailing over these areas in the next few days, according to the state…

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced plans to construct five Sabo Dams in Nueva Ecija by 2027. These dams aim to mitigate flooding in Central Luzon during heavy rain periods.

Typhoon Saudel is currently located 1,950 kilometers east of extreme Northern Luzon and is projected to enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility as a super typhoon on August 24.

Parts of Luzon, Philippines, are expected to experience moderate to heavy rains on Saturday afternoon, according to the state weather bureau PAGASA.

Scattered rains and thunderstorms are possible over Metro Manila and other Luzon areas on Thursday afternoon, with fair weather generally expected to prevail on Friday.

The Department of Health (DOH) in the Philippines is monitoring a potential increase in leptospirosis cases following widespread flooding and heavy rains caused by an enhanced southwest monsoon in Luzon.

A low pressure area is expected to strengthen the southwest monsoon, or habagat, leading to persistent rainy weather across much of Luzon and parts of the Visayas for the rest of the week in the Philippines.

(2nd update, 5:57 p.m.) Intense two-hour downpour is driving rapid Metro Manila flooding.

The southwest monsoon is predicted to strengthen again in the third week of August, bringing moderate to heavy rain to four provinces in Northern Luzon and one in Central Luzon from Sunday afternoon to Monday afternoon.

The state weather bureau in the Philippines forecasts heavy rains in parts of Luzon on Sunday afternoon due to the southwest monsoon, following generally fair weather.

Heavy monsoon rains, locally known as 'habagat', have led to the suspension of in-person classes for over 8.4 million students across eight regions in the Philippines, as thunderstorms continue to affect Luzon and parts of the Visayas.

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) reports a Low Pressure Area (LPA) east of Luzon has a high chance of developing into a tropical depression.

Several communities in Luzon, including Calumpit, Bulacan, have been placed under a state of calamity due to severe flooding caused by the combined effects of the southwest monsoon and recent tropical depressions Luis and Maymay.

Heavy rainfall warnings were issued for Metro Manila and parts of Luzon on Wednesday afternoon, leading to widespread flooding in various areas of the capital region.

The Philippine state weather bureau forecasts that the enhanced southwest monsoon, or habagat, will continue to bring gloomy skies and rains to Luzon until Wednesday afternoon.

Several parts of Luzon, including Metro Manila, have received more rain in the past week than the average total rainfall for the entire month of August, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa).

Heavy rainfall warnings remain in effect for numerous areas across Luzon, with some red warnings being lifted while others persist. Residents in these regions are advised to stay vigilant due to the continued risk of significant precipitation.

UNIQLO, a popular Japanese brand in the Philippines, has partnered with creative director Wilson Limon to introduce handmade patches crafted by Itneg, Panay Bukidnon, and T'boli artisans from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.

A red rainfall warning has been issued for Metro Manila and several areas in Luzon due to heavy rains brought by the enhanced southwest monsoon, locally known as habagat.

An orange rainfall warning has been issued for six areas in Central and Southern Luzon, Philippines, due to the enhanced southwest monsoon, locally known as “habagat.” The warning was put in place on Friday afternoon, August 7, 2026.

A 21-year-old man drowned in a water-filled excavation site in Lingayen, Pangasinan, amidst heavy rains brought by Tropical Depression 'Luis' and the southwest monsoon, which have inundated northern Luzon.

Tropical Depression Luis, combined with monsoon rains, led to the evacuation of 111 people in La Union and triggered landslides that shut down key roads in Benguet. Hundreds of villages in Cagayan Valley were placed on alert for potential floods and landslides, while class suspensions were implemented across Luzon.

President Marcos has committed to strengthening the capabilities of the Armed Forces’ Northern Luzon Command (NOLCOM), which is responsible for securing the Ilocos, Cagayan, and Central Luzon regions.

The trough of a Low Pressure Area is bringing rain to Visayas, Mindanao, and parts of Southern Luzon in the Philippines. Meanwhile, Greece is battling 72 wildfires, with the most challenging fronts in Boeotia and a high risk expected on Saturday.

The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) reported that debris from a Chinese Long March 6A rocket launch may have fallen near Northern Luzon.

The state weather bureau Pagasa announced that a low-pressure area within the Philippine area of responsibility is expected to dissipate within 24 hours, though it may still bring occasional rains to parts of Luzon.

Police in Central Luzon, Philippines, have been responding to 47 bomb threats across several schools in the region since May 1, leading to two arrests.

Moderate to intense rainfall is forecast for parts of Luzon on Tuesday afternoon, July 28, due to the southwest monsoon.

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) announced that a portion of the Toll Road 4 (TR4) of the South Luzon Expressway (SLEx) in the Philippines will be operational before the end of 2026, aiming to reduce travel time from Sto. Tomas, Batangas.

PAGASA has warned the public to brace for rain from a low-pressure area, expected to become Tropical Depression Kiyapo, and the southwest monsoon, currently located east of southeastern Luzon.

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) announced that the southwest monsoon will continue to bring scattered rains to the western section of Luzon, including the Ilocos Region, Zambales, and Bataan.

The Philippine state weather bureau, Pagasa, has forecast heavy to intense rain showers across several areas in Luzon on Saturday afternoon, July 18.

Survivors in Pangasinan vividly recall the devastating magnitude 7.7 Luzon earthquake that struck 36 years ago, transforming parts of Dagupan City into a scene of destruction.

The state weather bureau in the Philippines, Pagasa, has issued a warning for residents in parts of Luzon to prepare for possible flooding and thunderstorms as the southwest monsoon, locally known as habagat, continues to affect the region.

The southwest monsoon is still bringing moderate to heavy rain to eight provinces in Luzon and Visayas, while a low-pressure area has formed outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility.

As Typhoon Inday gathers strength, the Department of Health has heightened alert levels in Cagayan Valley and Northern Luzon, while residents in Western Visayas are urged to remain vigilant for potential flooding due to the typhoon and southwest monsoon.

Provinces across Luzon are bracing for the anticipated impact of Super Typhoon Inday, with disaster response councils discussing preparedness measures. Authorities are coordinating efforts to mitigate potential damage and ensure public safety as the typhoon approaches.

Super Typhoon Inday (Bavi) has entered the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR), prompting Signal No. 1 to be raised in several areas as it is located 1,405 kilometers east of Northern Luzon.

Local government officials and the military in Davao del Norte, Philippines, commemorated the fourth anniversary of the province's declaration as insurgency-free. Governor Edwin Jubahib and Maj. Gen. Alvin Luzon led the commemoration on Friday, July 3.

The CBK infrastructure project in Luzon, Philippines, has been the focus of a fiercely contested battle, potentially one of the most significant in modern Philippine history.

The Southern Luzon Command (Solcom) reports significant progress in its peace campaign, declaring the Calabarzon region a Stable Internal Peace and Security (SIPS) area following a decline in communist insurgency.

The monsoon is expected to bring rains and thunderstorms over parts of Luzon and Visayas on Friday afternoon. Residents in these regions should prepare for wet weather conditions.

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) in the Philippines plans to plant and distribute over 1.6 million tree seedlings in Central Luzon as part of efforts to restore forests and enhance climate change resilience.

Researchers have located the wreck of the Hōfuku Maru off Luzon, a Japanese freighter sunk by US aircraft in 1944 with over 1000 Allied prisoners of war on board.

The area once buried under ash and lahar from the 1991 Mount Pinatubo eruption has been revitalized into a leading ecotourism destination in Central Luzon, providing sustenance for Indigenous communities and residents.

Meralco, the Philippines' largest electricity distributor, announced a rate hike for June 2026 billing, attributing the increase to higher generation charges caused by tight supply conditions in the Luzon grid and previous yellow and red alerts.

The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has suspended the license of a driver involved in a hit-and-run incident on the South Luzon Expressway (SLEX) for 90 days, which injured a police officer.

Senate President pro tempore Sherwin Gatchalian has requested an investigation into frequent red and yellow alerts from the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) and recent power interruptions across Luzon and Visayas.

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) forecasts that the southwest monsoon, locally known as 'habagat,' will cause rains over Luzon and Western Visayas on Tuesday.

A rare Luzon bleeding-heart dove, rescued in Barangay Ferdinand, Apayao, was released back into the wild on Thursday by the Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Office.

A sovereignty debate has erupted in the Philippines concerning the Pax Silica-backed Luzon AI hub.

Extreme heat has caused eight major dams in Luzon to fall below normal water levels, while six dams in Western Visayas have reached critical levels, raising concerns about water supply.

The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) announced that power supply in the Luzon and Visayas grids has returned to normal. This follows three days of alerts and disruptions, though questions regarding power franchises reportedly persist.

The Luzon grid has returned to normal operations, providing relief after several days of power alerts and brownouts.

The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) has issued red and yellow alerts for the Luzon and Visayas grids, warning of potential brownouts due to insufficient power supply and thin operating reserves.

Pagasa has issued a forecast for a dangerous heat index in multiple areas across Luzon and Visayas, while also predicting persistent hot and humid weather for the Visayas region until May 11.

Parts of the Visayas and Mindanao are forecast to experience rains, while Luzon will see partly cloudy to cloudy skies on Saturday due to easterlies, according to the state weather bureau.

Clark Airport in the Philippines is undergoing a significant makeover, including the addition of a second runway, aimed at substantially increasing its capacity as a key aviation hub in Central Luzon.

China's People's Liberation Army (PLA) held military exercises in waters east of Luzon Island, close to the Philippines. The drills were characterized as a necessary response to the prevailing regional situation.

Farmers in Central Luzon are receiving relief from mobile solar pumps, which significantly cut their production costs by replacing expensive diesel for irrigation.

A business leader in Pampanga, Philippines, has proposed the creation of a multisectoral Central Luzon Flood Management Task Force to integrate existing flood control plans into a long-term regional strategy.

MANILA, Philippines — The southwest monsoon or habagat will continue to affect parts of Northern and Central Luzon on Monday, according to the state weather bureau.  This is based on the 5 a.m.

The Habagat, or southwest monsoon, is expected to continue bringing rain across Luzon, the largest island in the Philippines, according to forecasts.

The state weather bureau announced that the southwest monsoon, or habagat, will bring rains to parts of Luzon on Saturday. Visayas and Mindanao are expected to experience generally fair weather conditions.

A new study reveals that climate change and health research in the Philippines is predominantly concentrated in the Luzon region.

Tropical Depression Neneng has slightly weakened but continues to enhance the southwest monsoon, causing significant rainfall in 18 areas across Luzon, Philippines.

Heavy rainfall warnings remain in effect for several areas in Luzon due to the southwest monsoon, with rains expected to continue until Friday, though with decreasing intensity; La Mesa Dam remains on Alert Level 3.

Students at the University of Santo Tomas in Manila sought refuge in the university chapel as intense rains from the southwest monsoon caused widespread flooding in Luzon. The incident occurred on Monday, August 17.

Heavy rainfall from the southwest monsoon is expected to intensify in parts of Luzon, as a Low Pressure Area (LPA) has entered the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR). While the LPA has a low chance of becoming a cyclone, it will contribute to significant precipitation.

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, Astronomical and Services Administration (Pagasa) announced that the southwest monsoon will continue to bring rain over Luzon on Monday, Aug. 17.

The Habagat monsoon is expected to persist over parts of Luzon and Visayas on Saturday, bringing continued rains to these regions. While Luzon and Visayas experience wet weather, Mindanao is sweltering under hot conditions.

The southwest monsoon, or Habagat, is bringing continuous rains over parts of Luzon and Visayas, expected to persist into the weekend. Residents in these areas are experiencing prevailing monsoon conditions.

The enhanced southwest monsoon, locally known as habagat, has brought heavy rainfall to many areas in Luzon, Philippines, on Thursday afternoon, according to the state weather bureau.

Over 3.7 million people in the Philippines have been affected by the southwest monsoon (habagat) and tropical cyclones Luis and Maymay. The severe weather has led to rising water levels in Laguna de Bay and La Mesa Dam, class suspensions in multiple provinces including Zambales, Cavite, Batangas, and Rizal, agricultural damage exceeding P4.83 million in Zambales, landslides, and the rescue of sea turtles due to strong waves.

Over 2,600 residents in Zambales were evacuated as persistent habagat rains continued to affect Luzon, with Metro Manila and six other areas under an orange rainfall warning. Additionally, three barangays in Calapan City, Oriental Mindoro, remain impassable due to continued flooding from the prevailing bad weather.

Heavy rains and severe flooding from the Southwest Monsoon, locally known as 'habagat,' have caused power disruptions for approximately 98,000 customers across Luzon, according to Meralco.

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) has announced the suspension of the Career Service Examination–Pen and Paper Test (CSE-PPT) scheduled for Sunday, August 9, across Luzon due to inclement weather conditions.

Tropical Storms Luis and Maymay, combined with the southwest monsoon (habagat), have brought heavy rainfall to Luzon, resulting in at least six deaths and affecting over 261,000 people. The adverse weather conditions are expected to continue over parts of the region.

Maj. Gen. Arsenio Sadural has been installed as the commander of the Philippine Army's 2nd Infantry Division during a ceremony at Camp Capinpin in Tanay, Rizal.

Track and intensity forecast of Tropical Storm Maymay as of 2 p.m. on August 5. 2026. (Graph from Pagasa) MANILA, Philippines — The Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal (TCWS) No.

A low pressure area and the southwest monsoon are expected to bring rain to parts of Luzon and Visayas on August 4, 2026, leading to class suspensions in affected areas on August 5.

Tropical Depression Luis has weakened into a low pressure area (LPA) while another LPA has formed, both affecting Central and Northern Luzon. The southwest monsoon is also bringing rain to parts of Southern Luzon and Western Visayas.

Tropical Depression 'Luis' has strengthened, prompting Signal No. 1 to be raised over Bicol and Quezon in the Philippines, with a potential shift in its track towards Luzon.

A low-pressure area outside the Philippine area of responsibility is expected to bring rains to parts of Visayas and Mindanao, while Luzon will experience fair weather.

A commercial sea drone, a Lightfish drone produced by Seasats, captured footage of a People's Liberation Army Navy ship off Luzon Island in Philippine waters in June.

The Philippines is preparing for its first liquid-fueled sounding rocket launch in 2027 and is considering establishing its own spaceport. The Philippine Space Agency also warned of expected Chinese rocket debris near Northern Luzon.

Metro Manila and other areas in Luzon are under a yellow rainfall warning, with several parts of the capital experiencing flooding on Tuesday evening. The heavy rainfall has led to significant water accumulation.

Energy Secretary Sharon Garin stated that the Pax Silica project, with its eventual 3-GW demand, would likely require its own power system as plugging it into the Luzon grid could be 'too dangerous' for consumers.

The state weather bureau has forecast moderate to heavy rainshowers with lightning and strong winds for parts of Metro Manila and other Luzon areas on Wednesday afternoon.

A low-pressure area is forecast to bring heavy rains and strong gusts of wind over Northern Luzon as it approaches the Philippines, according to the state weather bureau Pagasa.

The Czech Hydrometeorological Institute has intensified its warning for severe thunderstorms across southeastern and eastern Czech Republic, anticipating wind gusts up to 90 km/h, hail over two centimeters, and heavy rainfall.

MANILA, Philippines — The southwest monsoon, or habagat, is expected to draw rainy weather conditions over the western section of northern Luzon on Saturday, the state weather bureau said.

The Philippine state weather bureau announced that the southwest monsoon, locally known as 'habagat,' will prevail in extreme Northern Luzon, with possible rain showers in other parts of the Philippines.

A yellow rainfall warning has been issued for Zambales and other parts of Luzon in the Philippines due to an enhanced southwest monsoon, according to the state weather bureau.

The water level at Magat Dam, a major reservoir in Northern Luzon, Philippines, has continued to decline and is now close to its critical elevation of 160 meters.

Typhoon Inday has slightly weakened, leading to Signal No. 2 being raised over Batanes. In-person classes have been suspended in 1,500 schools across Northern Luzon due to the typhoon's impact.

A thunderstorm advisory was issued for parts of Metro Manila and Luzon on Tuesday evening, July 7, warning of moderate to heavy rains, lightning, and strong winds for the next two hours.

Several areas in Luzon, Philippines, are expected to experience moderate to heavy rainfall on Friday afternoon, according to the state weather bureau.

A low pressure area is located over the coastal waters of San Pascual, Masbate, bringing rain to Visayas and Southern Luzon as it approaches landmass.

The Toll Regulatory Board (TRB) announced that the second phase of toll adjustments for the Southern Tagalog Arterial Road (STAR) Tollway and the South Luzon Expressway (SLEx) will be implemented starting July 1, 2026.

Typhoon Francisco has intensified further while moving east of Central Luzon. The typhoon is also expected to enhance the southwest monsoon.

An opinion piece argues that a Chinese base at Bajo de Masinloc (Scarborough Shoal) would constitute a sovereign red line for the Philippines, enabling a chokehold over the Luzon Strait and increased surveillance.

Survivors of the 1991 Mt. Pinatubo eruption in Central Luzon recall not only the destruction but also the spirit of 'bayanihan' (community cooperation) that helped them endure the disaster.

A 21-year-old Indian-Filipino man, Manjot Singh, surrendered to authorities after being involved in a hit-and-run incident with a patrolman on the Southern Luzon Expressway (SLEX).

A Philippine National Police-Highway Patrol Group (PNP-HPG) rider was injured in a hit-and-run incident involving an SUV on the South Luzon Expressway, prompting the National Police Commission to call for a swift investigation.

Farmers' groups and civil society organizations in Central Luzon, Philippines, have launched the Save the Rice Granary Movement (SRGM). They are calling for a two-year moratorium on land conversion permits to protect agricultural lands.

Weather agencies have declared the start of the rainy season in the western parts of Luzon and Visayas in the Philippines, as well as in northern Kyushu, Chugoku, and Kinki regions of Japan. Residents are advised to prepare for increased rainfall.

The Philippine president and Rubio held talks on bilateral economic and security priorities, with Rubio reaffirming US commitment to the Luzon Economic Corridor.

The North Luzon Expressway (NLEx) Corporation will implement a lane closure at the Tulaoc Overpass in San Simon, Pampanga, from May 28 to June 4 for repairs.

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has completed a specialized training program for 'Bantay Dagat' (sea patrol) in partnership with the local government of Masinloc, Zambales. This initiative aims to enhance the protection of Central Luzon's only marine sanctuary.

Energy Secretary Sharon Garin ordered on Friday a full investigation into the massive transmission line trippings that triggered widespread power interruptions in Luzon and worsened supply conditions…

Western powers and eight additional countries are increasing their support for the Philippines' Luzon Economic Corridor, signaling growing international confidence in the ambitious project to enhance connectivity and trade.

The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) has placed the Luzon and Visayas grids under red and yellow alerts. Energy Secretary Sharon Garin appealed to consumers to reduce power consumption during peak hours.

The Philippine General Hospital (PGH) is set to open its second facility and first outside Metro Manila in Cavite province, aiming to serve more patients in south Luzon.

Thirteen police officers in Central Luzon, Philippines, were dismissed from service between January and April after facing administrative charges, as disclosed by the Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3).

China has held live-fire drills near Luzon, including sea-air coordination and rapid maneuvers, while Japan simultaneously participates in military exercises with the Philippines.

A farmers' group in the Philippines has criticized the government's backing of the proposed 1,619-hectare Pax Silica economic security zone, calling it a 'massive sellout' of the country. The group argues the US-initiated project, part of the Luzon Economic Corridor, could intensify land grabbing.