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260 people stuck at ports due to habagat — PCG
As of Wednesday, July 24, 2024, a total of 260 individuals were stranded in Southern Tagalog and Bicol seaports due to the effects of the southwest monsoon enhanced by Typhoon Carina.
The Philippine Coast Guard reported that 11 vessels, 5 motorbancas, and 19 rolling cargoes were also stranded during the period of 8 a.m. to noon, while 7 vessels and 1 motorbanca were taking shelter.
Sea travel was suspended due to inclement weather, leading to the stranding.
The enhanced southwest monsoon is bringing strong to gale-force gusts over several regions across the country.
The monsoon rains have caused class and work cancellations, widespread flooding, and forced evacuations in low-lying areas.
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