Typhoon Uwan Approaches the Philippines
Typhoon Uwan is rapidly strengthening as it moves closer to the Philippines, raising alerts for destructive winds, heavy rain, and potentially life-threatening conditions.
Storm Development and Current Status
The storm, initially named Fung-wong, has intensified into a severe tropical storm and is nearing the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR). As of Friday, it was situated 1,470 kilometres east of Eastern Visayas, beyond the PAR boundary.
- Maximum sustained winds: 95 kilometres per hour
- Wind gusts: up to 115 kilometres per hour
- Movement: Northwest at 10 kilometres per hour
Forecast and Naming
Typhoon Fung-wong is expected to enter the PAR by midnight or early Saturday and will be renamed Uwan, which means "rain" in Cebuano.
Forecasters predict it may make landfall at or near its peak intensity over Northern or Central Luzon on 10 November 2025.
Official Warnings and Precautions
Forecasters warn the system's rapid intensification could create life-threatening conditions across many areas of Luzon.
Disaster officials have urged residents in the storm's projected path to prepare immediately.
Early warnings are likely to be issued Saturday morning for Eastern Luzon and the Visayas.
Summary
Typhoon Uwan's fast strengthening poses serious threats to the Philippines, prompting urgent warnings and the need for readiness among affected communities.