LPA inside PAR may develop into Tropical Depression Igme
On Friday, August 21 (Ninoy Aquino Day), PAGASA reported that a low pressure area (LPA) inside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) and the southwest monsoon were causing rainfall in parts of Luzon.
The LPA, located 55 kilometers east of Basbo, Batanes, could develop into Tropical Depression Igme within 24 hours, making it the Philippines' ninth tropical cyclone for the year.
PAGASA warned that the LPA and southwest monsoon were causing light to heavy rain in specific areas of Luzon and advised residents to be prepared for flash floods and landslides.
On Thursday, PAGASA had already indicated that the LPA could become a tropical depression within 48 hours and was affecting parts of Luzon and Visayas.
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