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Typhoon Inday (international name: Bavi) has slightly weakened but remains a significant storm. It is currently located 925 km east of Northern Luzon, moving west-northwest at 20 km/h with maximum sustained winds of 175 km/h and gusts up to 215 km/h.
Strong winds and rain are expected across Northern Luzon, specifically Cagayan Valley, Cordillera, and Ilocos Norte. The storm is also strengthening the Southwest Monsoon (Habagat), causing rainfall in Palawan, Visayas, Mindanao, and the Bicol region, with warnings for potential flooding and landslides.
The typhoon is expected to exit the PAR by Saturday without making landfall in the Philippines, though it will approach northern Taiwan. It will maintain typhoon status before potentially weakening to a severe tropical storm upon hitting mainland China.
Wind Signal Number 1 is in effect for various provinces, including Batanes and parts of Cagayan and Isabela. Extensive rainfall is forecast for the next 24 to 72 hours, with some provinces expecting up to 200 mm of rain, necessitating strict monitoring for disasters.
Gale warnings are active for the northern and eastern seaboards of Luzon and the eastern seaboard of Visayas due to sea waves reaching up to 5 meters. All maritime vessels are advised against sailing, and residents are urged to coordinate with local government units for safety.