LPA spotted east of Visayas may develop into tropical depression —PAGASA

A low pressure area (LPA) is being monitored by the state weather bureau east of Eastern Visayas and may develop into a tropical depression within the next 24 hours.

In its 10:00 a.m. tropical cyclone formation outlook on Monday, July 21, PAGASA said it was located 950 kilometers east northeast of Eastern Visayas (15.0°N, 133.5°E) as of 8:00 a.m.

It noted that the LPA has a “medium” chance of intensifying into a tropical depression, which may further enhance the Southwest Monsoon (Habagat) already affecting parts of Luzon and Visayas.

The public and disaster response authorities were advised to stay alert and continue monitoring official weather bulletins. —Sherylin Untalan/KG, GMA Integrated News