Local government units (LGUs) across the Caraga Region are preparing for the possible impacts of Tropical Storm (TS) Tino, which is expected to start affecting the area on Monday.
As of 11 a.m., PAGASA placed Dinagat Islands, Siargao Island, and Bucas Grande Islands in Surigao del Norteunder Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1.
Dinagat Islands Governor Nilo Demerey Jr. convened the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (PDRRMC) for a disaster risk assessment meeting with provincial officials, national agencies, and partner organizations. He urged residents to stay alert and monitor official weather updates.
Following PAGASA’s advisory, the Coast Guard Stations in Dinagat Islands, Surigao del Norte, and Siargao Islandhave suspended sea travel.
Surigao del Norte Governor Robert Lyndon Barbers said their PDRRMC is also on standby, advising residents, particularly those in coastal areas, to remain vigilant and follow advisories.
Meanwhile, the Department of Tourism in Caraga issued an advisory urging tourists to avoid island-hopping and water activities until after TS Tino’s expected landfall on November 4.
