Tropical Depression Pilandok continues to maintain its strength while meandering over the Philippine Sea east of extreme Northern Luzon, according to PAGASA. The weather agency also links upcoming rainfall to the southwest monsoon, locally called habagat.
Across outlets, coverage centers on PAGASA’s forecast that habagat will bring heavy rain in multiple areas. Rappler reports that monsoon rains are expected in three areas, while Philstar likewise says habagat is set to cause heavy rainfall over parts of Luzon and the western section of the Visayas. The articles describe similar conditions—Pilandok lingering in the Philippine Sea and monsoon-driven rainfall affecting broad regions—without detailing any major changes in the storm’s intensity beyond continued maintenance of current strength.
Overall, both sources agree on the key points: Pilandok remains active east of Northern Luzon and the southwest monsoon increases the risk of heavy rain across affected parts of the country.
