Tropical Storm Kristine causes flooding, landslides in Luzon

Tropical Storm Kristine has brought flooding and landslides to parts of Luzon, including Apayao, Laoag, Pili in Camarines Sur, and now Catanduanes, according to Unang Balita reports on Tuesday.

In Apayao, a landslide blocked a road in Calanasan but was cleared by authorities after heavy rains. Strong winds were also reported in Laoag, Ilocos Norte, prompting early crop harvesting by local farmers.

Continuous heavy rains triggered landslides in Bato town in Catanduanes on Tuesday morning, covering a road lane and causing motorists to take precautions while clearing operations were ongoing due to weather conditions.

Minor landslides also occurred in Barangay San Andres in Catanduanes, but both lanes remained passable. At least 30 people were evacuated from Caramoran town due to flooding.

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) stated that Kristine affected operations at 34 ports, resulting in the stranding of 3,418 passengers and 679 rolling cargoes across Eastern Visayas, Bicol, and Southern Tagalog.