Tropical Storm Kiyapo Makes Landfall in Cagayan, Exits PAR Today
Tropical Storm Kiyapo made landfall in Cagayan and is moving towards the Luzon Strait. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) forecasts further intensification after exiting the PAR, potentially prompting higher wind signal alerts. Preemptive evacuations and class suspensions were implemented in affected areas.
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