PhilSA warns of potential Chinese rocket debris off Northern Luzon

The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) issued an advisory regarding potential rocket debris from China's Long March 5 rocket launch in waters off Cagayan and Ilocos Norte.

The rocket launch occurred on Thursday at 10:31 p.m. from China's Wenchang Space Launch Site in Hainan.

Expected debris fall zones were identified approximately 93 NM from Dalupiri Island, Cagayan; 69 NM from Burgos, Ilocos Norte; 130 NM from Camiguin Norte, Cagayan; and 116 NM from Santa Ana, Cagayan.

PhilSA warned the public against retrieving or coming into close contact with suspected debris, as it may contain toxic substances.

Although debris is not projected to fall on land, it could pose a danger to ships, aircraft, and fishing boats passing through the drop zones.

Authorities advised the public to report any sightings of suspected debris to local authorities immediately.