Philippines Suspends Activities as Typhoon Tino Approaches
Authorities in the western Philippines have halted school, work, and all sea travel to prepare for Tropical Cyclone Tino, which is expected to enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) by Sunday and may develop into a typhoon by Tuesday.
Suspensions in Capiz Province
Local governments in Capiz, Western Visayas, have suspended classes and work at all levels starting Monday, according to the local media outlet Inquirer. These measures aim to mitigate the impact of the approaching storm.
Sea Travel Halted in Surigao del Norte
The Philippine Coast Guard has stopped all sea travel in Surigao del Norte province and surrounding island routes. This decision comes in response to deteriorating sea conditions as Tino moves west-northwest toward the Visayas region.
Storm Forecast and Preparedness
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) warns that Tino is currently a tropical depression outside the PAR and could intensify into a typhoon by early next week.
According to Pagasa, "Tino is currently a tropical depression outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR), is expected to enter the country on Sunday, and could strengthen into a typhoon by Tuesday."
Pagasa has advised residents to prepare for possible evacuation as precautionary measures are implemented.
Summary
The western Philippines is taking early action to ensure public safety as Tropical Cyclone Tino nears, with suspensions in education, work, and sea transportation to reduce risks.