The recent widespread flooding in Metro Manila and other parts of the Philippines, brought about by Typhoons Ondoy and Pepeng, brings to focus the need of long-term remedial measures and, in the short-term, taking precautions against the dangers of flooding. Here are the safety rules issued by the Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA-DOST). Continue reading Floods: Precautions and Safety Reminders
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Typhoon Watch 2009
Some say that doing things during the start of the new year dictates the tempo for the rest of the year. If that’s true, then it’s not good that the first typhoon for 2009 has entered the Philippine area of responsibility just two days into the new year. It’s not surprising, though, as 20 typhoons on average hit the Philippines every year, as noted in our previous article which also included reminders on typhoons. To track how many typhoons pass through Philippine jurisdiction this year, let’s list down each one as it hits the Philippines. (See 2010 and 2011 lists) Continue reading Typhoon Watch 2009