PAGASA warns of flooding along Cagayan River

PAGASA warns of potential flooding along the Cagayan River and its tributaries due to expected rising water levels.

The weather bureau anticipates a gradual rise in river waters over the next 24 hours, with the whole stretch of the Cagayan River including major tributaries likely to slowly rise in the next two to three hours.

This rise is attributed to light to moderate, with occasional heavy rains within the river basin, influenced by the northeast monsoon.

While the upper and middle sections of the Cagayan River are currently below alert level, the lower section is above it.

Specific areas in Isabela, including San Agustin, Jones, Echague, Alicia, Angandanan, Cauayan, Naguilian, Reina Mercedes, San Mateo, Cabatuan, Aurora, and Luna, are likely to be affected by flooding.

Residents and disaster management councils are advised to prepare for river flooding, rainwater accumulation, poor drainage issues, and potential landslides or flash floods in mountainous areas.