Easterlies trigger thunderstorms in Eastern Visayas, 5 other areas

Eastern Visayas and several other areas could expect overcast skies and rain due to the easterlies, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) on Wednesday.

In its 4:00 p.m. weather bulletin, PAGASA said that Eastern Visayas, Central Visayas, Northern Mindanao, Caraga, Davao Region, and SOCCSKSARGEN will experience rain and thunderstorms due to the easterlies.

Palawan, Masbate, and the rest of Visayas are also affected by the easterlies, but they may only expect partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rains.

The aforementioned areas are warned of possible flash floods or landslides during heavier rain showers.

Meanwhile, the Northeast Monsoon is affecting Cagayan Valley, Apayao, Kalinga, Mountain Province, Ifugao, Aurora, Quezon, and Camarines Norte, which may cause cloudy skies with rain.

PAGASA also warned of possible landslides or flash floods in these areas,

The Northeast Monsoon is also affecting Metro Manila and the rest of the country, but with "no significant impact." –NB, GMA News