Typhoon Uwan gains strength over the Philippine Sea; storm-force winds and heavy rainfall are expected in affected regions
PAGASA raises Signal No. 3 in 5 areas as 'Uwan' rapidly intensifies near Bicol
PAGASA has raised Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 3 in five areas as Typhoon Uwan nears the Philippines, bringing heavy rains, strong winds, and hazardous coastal conditions. (PAGASA)
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has raised Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal (TCWS) No. 3 in five areas as Typhoon Uwan (international name: Fung-wong) rapidly intensifies over the Philippine Sea, east of the Bicol region.
In its tropical cyclone bulletin issued at 5 p.m. on Saturday, November 8, PAGASA said the eye of Typhoon Uwan was located approximately 575 km east of Catarman, Northern Samar, or 620 km east of Virac, Catanduanes, moving west-northwest at 30 km/h as of 4 p.m.
The typhoon now packs maximum sustained winds of 150 km/h near the center, with gusts reaching 185 km/h and a central press
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