Typhoon Julian under TCWS1 in N Luzon; rains, floods, landslides warned

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) announced that parts of northern Luzon remain under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1 due to Typhoon Julian, which is outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility but still causing strong winds.

Specifically, Batanes, Babuyan Islands, and the northern and western portions of Ilocos Norte are currently under the signal.

PAGASA advised that intermittent rains may be expected in these areas within 36 hours as Julian maintains its strength with maximum sustained winds of 165 kph and gustiness up to 205 kph.

Heavy rainfall is forecasted over Batanes, Babuyan Islands, and Ilocos Norte from Tuesday to Wednesday noon, with heavy to intense rains expected in those areas on Wednesday noon to Thursday noon.

PAGASA warned that flooding and landslides are likely to occur, advising concerned offices to remain vigilant. As of Wednesday, eight persons were reported injured, one missing, and about 43,093 families affected by the storm.

Sea travel is risky for most types or tonnage of vessels, including all small seacrafts and motorbancas in the northern seaboard of Northern Luzon.