#LeonPH has reached typhoon category as it moves west-northwestward over the waters east of Cagayan, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).

As of 10:00 a.m. on October 29, 2024, the center of #LeonPH was located 555 km east of Tuguegarao City, Cagayan.

The storm is moving at a speed of 10 km/h in a west-northwestward direction.

The storm currently has maximum sustained winds of 130 km/h near its center, with gustiness reaching up to 160 km/h.

Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 2 has been raised over:

  • Batanes
  • Babuyan Islands
  • The eastern portion of mainland Cagayan (Gattaran, Baggao, Lal-Lo, Aparri, Camalaniugan, Buguey, Santa Teresita, Gonzaga, Santa Ana, Pe)
  • The northeastern portion of Isabela (Divilacan, Palanan, Maconacon)

Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1 has been raised over:

  • The rest of mainland Cagayan
  • The rest of Isabela
  • Quirino
  • Nueva Vizcaya
  • Apayao
  • Kalinga
  • Abra
  • Mountain Province
  • Ifugao
  • Benguet
  • Ilocos Norte
  • Ilocos Sur
  • La Union
  • Aurora
  • The northern portion of Quezon, including Polillo Islands (General Nakar, Infanta, Real)
  • Camarines Norte
  • The eastern portion of Camarines Sur (Tinambac, Siruma, Goa, Lagonoy, San Jose, Garchitorena, Caramoan, Presentacion, Tigaon, Calabanga, Saglay)
  • Catanduanes
  • The eastern portion of Albay (Rapu-Rapu, Bacacay, City of Tabaco, Tiwi, Malilipot, Malinao, Santo Domingo, Manito)
  • The northeastern portion of Sorsogon (Prieto Diaz, City of Sorsogon, Gubat)

Severe Winds: Strong winds are expected in areas under TCWS No. 1 and 2, with possible stronger gusts in coastal and upland areas. Gale-force winds could lead to minor to moderate impacts in areas under Wind Signal No. 2, while areas under Wind Signal No. 1 may experience minimal impacts from strong winds. The highest wind signal may reach No. 3 or 4, especially over Batanes and Babuyan Islands.

Hazards Affecting Coastal Waters: Gale Warnings are in effect for the seaboards of Northern Luzon and the eastern seaboards of Central and Southern Luzon. Sea travel is considered risky, especially for small vessels. Mariners are advised to avoid navigating under these conditions.

Track and Intensity Outlook: #LeonPH is forecast to move generally west-northwestward today, then turn northwestward tomorrow as it nears Taiwan. It is expected to intensify further and could reach super typhoon category by the time it reaches its closest point to Batanes. Landfall over Batanes is possible, although the typhoon is likely to move towards the eastern coast of Taiwan by Thursday afternoon or evening. The storm is projected to exit the Philippine Area of Responsibility by early Friday morning, November 1.

PAGASA advises the public to stay updated on further advisories and take necessary precautions as #LeonPH progresses.