'Paeng' intensifies slightly as it nears land

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Satellite image shows Tropical Storm Paeng on October 28, 2022.

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MANILA, Philippines — Tropical Storm Paeng (Nalgae) has intensified slightly while heading to the areas of northern Samar, Sorsogon and Albay, state weather bureau PAGASA said Friday.

 

The cyclone was last seen 180 kilometers east of Catarman in Northern Samar with peak winds of 85 kph near the center and gusts of up to 105 kph. Moving west northwest at 25 kph, it is forecast to make a landfall or pass close to Northern Samar Friday night.

 

Paeng, the country’s 16th tropical cyclone this year and the fourth in October, is expected to bring heavy rains and strong winds as millions of Filipinos prepare to visit their departed loved ones on All Saints Day and All Souls Day.

 

Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2022/10/28/2219976/paeng-intensifies-slightly-it-nears-land

 

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