Pagasa tracks two LPAs, one near Batanes

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) reported Sunday afternoon that two low-pressure areas (LPA) have been spotted, with one inside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) near Batanes.

Weather specialist Veronica Torres said the LPA within PAR has a high likelihood of developing into a storm within 24 hours and may exit the PAR during this period.

Pagasa noted that the LPA was last observed at 640 kilometers northeast of Itbayat, Batanes, while monitoring another LPA outside the PAR.

The southwest monsoon continues to bring scattered rain showers over parts of Extreme Northern Luzon, particularly in Batanes and Babuyan Islands, with warnings for possible flash floods or landslides due to moderate to heavy rains.

With these developments, Pagasa is closely tracking both LPAs for potential tropical cyclone formation and advising caution in affected areas.