THE Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) declared on Wednesday, October 5, 2022, the end of the habagat or southwest monsoon season.
In a statement, the weather bureau said recent analyses showed a significant weakening of the southwest monsoon.
It noted the strengthening of the high-pressure area over the Asian continent that led to the gradual changing of the season.
“The season in the Philippines is in the process of transition and will be expecting the gradual start of the northeast monsoon (NE) season in the coming days with a shift in the direction of the winds,” Pagasa administrator Vic Malano said.
“Meanwhile, with the ongoing La Niña, there is an increased likelihood of above normal rainfall conditions that could trigger floods, flashfloods and rain-induced landslides over vulnerable areas,” he added.
Pagasa reminded all concerned government agencies and the public to take precautionary measures to mitigate the potential impacts of these events. (SunStar Philippines)