Rains in Soccsksargen areas
The Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) continues to bring rains to some areas in Southern Mindanao.
This Saturday, portions of the Soccsksargen Region, including Sarangani and South Cotabato should still brace for light to moderate rains. Meanwhile, in the rest of Mindanao, a generally fair weather will be experienced. Partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms will prevail in Luzon and Visayas.
In an interview with PAGASA Weather Forecaster Obet Badrina, he mentioned that no tropical cyclone is expected to affect the country this weekend.
Typhoon and Flood Awareness Week 2017
Meanwhile, to further strengthen the nation’s readiness for tropical cyclones and their possible effects, the Typhoon and Flood Awareness Week 2017 was officially launched.
In a press conference held in Quezon City yesterday, Dr. Esperanza O. Cayanan, the chief of PAGASA Weather Division, highlighted that the bureau will now use “impact-based” information dissemination instead of focusing on the figures and data.
Nine to 14 tropical cyclones are expected to enter or develop within the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) until November this year.
Rains are more likely to prevail in Mindanao due to the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ), where winds from the Northern and Southern Hemispheres meet and form convective clouds. Residents of Mindanao are advised to prepare for cloudy skies with light to moderate rains and isolated thunderstorms. Meanwhile, Metro Manila and the rest of the country will have partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms.
Since the monsoon break is still on, the effect of the Southwest Monsoon or Hanging Habagat is not evident in any part of the country. Sea travelers can safely venture out today as slight to moderate sea conditions are expected. However, fishing boats and other small seacraft are advised to always take extra caution.
In an interview with Panahon TV, PAGASA Weather Forecaster Robert Badrina said that despite the active ITCZ, no weather disturbance is expected to affect the country in the next 24 to 48 hours but the weather bureau will keep an eye on the Pacific Ocean, where cloud clusters usually start to develop.
Question of the Day:
The featured question of the day is from Gerby Flores, who asked “Magkakaroon ba ulit ng El Niño?” (Is it possible for the El Niño phenomenon to recur this year?)
Badrina said the present climatic condition remains neutral. “Sa ngayon ay nasa neutral condition pa tayo pero nakikita natin sa mga susunod na buwan hanggang sa Disyembre ay may 50% chance na mabuo ang weak El Niño.”, Badrina explained. (The condition in the Central and Eastern Equatorial Pacific remains neutral but in the latter part of this year, a 50% chance of weak El Niño is projected.)
Light to moderate rains and isolated thunderstorms will be experienced in some parts of Southern Mindanao including regions of Zamboanga Peninsula, ARMM, and Soccsksargen. Residents are also alerted on the possible occurrence of flashfloods and landslides.
According to PAGASA Weather Forecaster Meno Mendoza, the monsoon break may last until this weekend, so residents in Luzon and Visayas will continue to experience slightly humid weather.
Despite the rainy weather in Southern Mindanao, generally fair weather conditions will prevail in Metro Manila and the rest of the country.
Warm Wednesday and Monsoon Break
In the midst of the Rainy Season, generally fair and warm weather is expected with the presence of the Ridge of a High Pressure Area (HPA) today.
“Ridge” refers to the extended part of an HPA or an anticyclone. Unlike a Low Pressure Area, this indicates an area where the atmospheric pressure is higher than its surroundings. Formation of clouds is usually suppressed, thus, less chance of rains. As it extends across Luzon, partly cloudy to cloudy skies will prevail in Metro Manila and the rest of the country only with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms.
In an interview with PanahonTV, PAGASA Weather Forecaster Robert Badrina said that the country is on a monsoon break.
Badrina also said that the country will experience a storm-free week.
Several parts of Luzon experienced rainy weather yesterday due to the Low Pressure Area (LPA) within the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR). Despite its slim chance of developing into a tropical cyclone or “bagyo”, this weather disturbance will continue to bring rains today.
Cloudy skies with light to moderate rains and thunderstorms are expected in Ilocos Region and the provinces of Zambales, Bataan, Occidental Mindoro and Palawan. Meanwhile, the remaining parts of the archipelago including Metro Manila will have partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms.
In an interview with Panahon TV, PAGASA Weather Forecaster Lori dela Cruz said that the LPA may exit the PAR within the next 24 hours. No gale warning was issued but moderate to occasionally rough seas may be observed in the western seaboards of Luzon. Fisherfolk and those with smallsea craft are advised to be vigilant as they venture out into the sea.
“Araw ng Kalayaan” Weather Outlook
Once the LPA exits the PAR, the weather may be favorable for the celebration of Independence Day tomorrow, June 12, 2017. According to PAGASA, the whole country can expect improved weather conditions due to the Ridge of a High Pressure Area (HPA). Partly cloudy to cloudy skies will prevail, only with chances of rain showers or thunderstorms in the afternoon or evening.
Rainy in some parts of the PH
A rainy Friday will be experienced in some parts of Southern Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao due to the first Low Pressure Area (LPA). At 10:00 AM this LPA was spotted at 30 kilometers east northeast of Iloilo City, Iloilo embedded in the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ).
According to PAGASA Weather Forecaster Meno Mendoza, although the LPA has a slim chance of developing into a tropical depression, this may bring rains in Metro Manila in the next 24 to 48 hours.
Due to this weather disturbance, cloudy skies with moderate to occasionally heavy rains and thunderstorms will prevail in Visayas and the regions of Bicol, Caraga, Zamboanga Penisula and the province of Palawan. Residents are alerted against possible flashfloods and landslides. Cloudy skies with light to moderate rains and thunderstorms are expected in the rest of Mindanao and the southern part of Quezon province. Metro Manila and the rest of the country will experience good weather conditions but still with chances of isolated rainshowers or thunderstorms.
Batangas is known for its breathtaking beaches that have been attracting hundreds of tourists each month.
Some of the well-known wonders of Batangas are Anilao, the jump-off point for dive sites, and Fortune Island that’s prominent for its Greek-inspired architectures. However, most accommodations in these sites are costly, which not everyone can afford.
The good news is I recently visited a place in Batangas where you can have as much fun and adventure without breaking the bank!
Let me introduce to you Layag-Layag Island ….
A few hours away from Manila, Layag-Layag is part of Barangay Papaya in Nasugbu Batangas.
Layag-Layag Island Activities
Boat Ride
Witness amazing rock formations and feel the sea breeze in a half-an-hour boat ride before reaching your camp site. Your guide will provide you with life jackets which you will also use for your next adventures which are snorkeling and cliff jumping.
Camping
The first thing you want to do when you reach the camp site is to rest. Choose a perfect spot to build your tent and start preparing the food you will need for the rest of the day. You can’t rent tents there so be sure to bring your own. But I prefer just lying blankets on the sand to sleep.
Swimming
The sand in Layag-Layag is white, and the water so clear you can see colorful little fishes swimming just by the shore line. Best to wear aqua shoes as the bottom can be rocky.
If you prefer swimming in a less rocky and clearer water, there is this part of the beach which is partly hidden but worth the hunt.
Snorkeling
Both swimmers and non-swimmers will definitely enjoy snorkelling! It may seem scary at the first try, because it feels entering a world you’ve never been before. But the reefs, fish and the rest of the underwater view are fascinating.
Hiking
There are nearby mountains which you can climb– just be sure to have someone with you who knows the route well.
Cliff Jumping
If you want to satisfy your adventure-hungry soul, go and try jumping off the cliff. It looks pretty scary, but all you need is courage. Leave everything behind, including fear. Take a leap and allow yourself to be embraced by the water.
Fish Feeding
After swimming, it’s time to feed the fish! We brought a loaf of bread, which the schools of fishes enjoyed.
How To Get There
From Buendia, Makati ride a bus bound to Nasugbu (3-hour trip)
(I suggest DLTB Co. bus terminal located in Taft avenue)
Ride a tricycle to get to Brgy. Papaya (30-minute trip)
The people there know about the beach; just ask where Layag-Layag is and they’ll help you get there.
From here, it will take about an hour to reach your camp site.
Expenses
P160-bus fare from Buendia to Nasugbu
P100-tricycle fare from Nasugbu to Brgy. Papaya
P350-2days, 1night Island Tour
(If you’re a group of more than 10 you will spend less because the tour costs P3,500 per group)
P500 – food budget
P20 – eco-fee
What to bring
Toiletries (There is no shower or toilet in the island so make sure to bring all the essential hygiene products.)
Shades
Lotion
Clothes
Blanket
Tent
Sleeping Bag
Towel
Slippers/Shoes
Food and Water
Cellphone (The place has good mobile signal, so you can still keep in touch with family and friends.)
By Panahon TV Intern- Rosselle Manuel
KZRH, the oldest radio station in the Philippines first went on air on June 15, 1939. It was the first station to have nationwide simulcast from Basco, Batanes to Jolo, Sulu on July 15, 1949. Later that year, under the directive of the Swiss Radio Commission, the ”K” in all local radio stations was replaced with the letter “D”, thus DZRH was born.
Seven decades later, on September 10, 2012, Panahon TV was established. Produced by UBE Media in cooperation with the Philippine Communications Operations Office (PCOO), PAGASA-DOST and Air21, it was the first all-weather program on national television that aimed to provide timely and reliable weather updates.
Today, June 8, 2017, the first radio station and the first all-weather program in the country make history through a partnership. Headed by Ruperto Nicdao Jr., the president of the Manila Broadcasting Company (MBC), MBC’s Vice President for Sales and Marketing Jomai Parroco, DZRH Station Manager Atty. Rudolph Jularbal, Panahon TV’s Executive Producer Donna May Lina and Associate Producer Garrie David, a memorandum was inked to solidify an agreement between PanahonTV and DZRH News Television.
“Napapanahon ang MOA natin with Panahon TV dahil sa ineexpect natin na weather developments. This partnership will help DZRH in giving updated weather news reports to its viewers and listeners.”, said Atty. Jularbal. “This partnership will deliver accurate, timely and relevant information for the people to anticipate the weather.”, Atty. Parrocco added.
“Ang nakaka-excite dito, isa itong collaborative activity ng Panahon TV with DZRH News Television. Siyempre sa experience ng DZRH sa paghahatid ng balita at sa strength din ng Panahon TV sa pagbabalita ng weather news information. Natutuwa kami na andito na ang Panahon TV kung saan makakatanggap kayo ng impormasyon tungkol sa weather at iba’t-ibang klase ng content na magbibigay-gabay sa inyo araw-araw.”, noted Lina.
Together, DZRH and PanahonTV will serve Filipinos with their respective battle cries: “Serbisyong tapat sa inyo” and “Walang piniliping panahon ang pagbibigay impormasyon.”
Panahon TV airs on DZRH News Television (channel 18 on Cignal, channel 129 on Sky Cable, channel 3 on Cable Link, and channel 135 on G Satellite) at 11:00 AM and 5:00 PM from Monday to Sunday.
It also appears on Pilipinas HD at 6:00 AM, 6:30 PM and 9:00 PM on weekdays and 6:00 AM on weekends. The program is also accessible through various platforms, such as social media accounts and the free Panahon TV mobile app on Android and IOS. Panahon TV also supplies content to DWIZ 882 kHz on AM radio, as well as major newspapers and magazines, including the Philippine Daily Inquirer, Inquirer Libre, Inquirer Bandera, Inquirer Golf, The Philippine Star, BusinessWorld, The Manila Times, Pilipino Mirror, BusinessMirror, United Daily News, United Daily Press, Cebu Daily News and Philippines Graphic.
Potential LPA spotted
A possible weather disturbance was spotted in Mindanao today.
Based on an interview with PAGASA Weather Forecaster Meno Mendoza, the possible Low Pressure Area (LPA) is embedded along the Intertropical Convergence Zone or ITCZ.
“Ang nakapaloob dito sa ating Intertropical Convergence Zone ay mga maliliit na vortices ng Low Pressure Area at posible itong panggalingan nga ng sama ng panahon.” (Embedded within the Intertropical Convergence Zone are small vortices of Low Pressure Area, which may develop into a weather disturbance.)
Considered to be a breeding ground of weather disturbances, the ITCZ refers to the area where winds from the Northern and Southern Hemispheres meet and create interaction. Meanwhile, vertices are mass of whirling air that may develop into weather disturbances.
Today, Mindanao and Eastern Visayas will continue to experience light to moderate rains and thunderstorms this Thursday. In the rest of the country including Metro Manila, partly cloudy to cloudy skies will prevail with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms.