Tropical Storm Higos Enters PAR, Named Gardo; Expected to Enhance Monsoon Rains
Tropical Storm Higos has entered the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) and was named Gardo. While direct landfall is not anticipated, it is expected to enhance the southwest monsoon, bringing rains to western areas. Meanwhile, Severe Tropical Storm Mekkhala is forecast to exit PAR.
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