MINDANAO, particularly the Davao Region, is expected to experience scattered rains and thunderstorms following the entry of a low-pressure area (LPA) into the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) early Monday morning, April 28, 2025.
The LPA, located about 695 kilometers east of General Santos City, is embedded within the intertropical convergence zone (ITCZ), which is affecting large parts of the country.
According to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa), the LPA has a low chance of developing into a tropical depression within the next 24 hours. However, the weather bureau has not ruled out the possibility of the system developing into a tropical cyclone by May 1, with a chance of further intensifying into a typhoon as it approaches Mindanao.
In a media briefing, Pagasa weather specialist Benison Estareja said rains will persist in Mindanao, the Visayas, and Palawan due to the ITCZ. These wet conditions are expected to continue through Tuesday, April 29, increasing the risk of flash floods and landslides in areas experiencing moderate to heavy rainfall, including the Davao Region and Soccsksargen.
Meanwhile, aside from the rainy conditions, dangerously high heat continues to grip several areas of the country. Pagasa reported heat index levels reaching 42°C to 44°C in the following locations:
Dagupan City (Pangasinan), Aparri (Cagayan), Coron (Palawan), Cuyo (Palawan), Masbate City (Masbate), Roxas City (Capiz), Iloilo City (Iloilo), Dumangas (Iloilo), La Granja (La Carlota, Negros Occidental), Siquijor (Siquijor), Guiuan (Eastern Samar), San Jose (Occidental Mindoro), and Sangley Point (Cavite).
Other regions are also experiencing "extreme caution" levels with heat indices ranging from 33°C to 41°C, while some areas face "caution" levels between 27°C and 32°C.
Pagasa strongly advises the public to stay hydrated, limit sun exposure, and avoid strenuous outdoor activities to prevent heat-related illnesses.
