Super Typhoon Pepito is expected to slam into Cantanduanes Saturday night with wind gusts reaching 240 kph. PAGASA hopes the tropical cyclone will lose some of its intensity as it moves over the Luzon landmass by Sunday, Oct. 17. The weather bureau warned of “potentially catastrophic and life-threatening situation” in northeastern Bicol Region. Authorities have ordered preemptive evacuations to ensure public safety.
Thursday, 27 March 2025, 1:54 am
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