As of Friday morning, a total of 7,501 families have been affected by the combined effects of Tropical Storm Crising and the southwest monsoon, or “habagat,” according to an official government count from the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC).
The report indicates that the affected families, comprising 23,918 individuals, are from 56 villages across Western and Central Visayas, as well as Soccsksargen. Among those affected, 115 families are currently being sheltered in six evacuation centers, while an additional 106 families are taking refuge in other locations.
The Office of Civil Defense defines “affected families” as those who have been displaced, as well as those who do not require transfer or removal from their residences.
The NDRRMC also reported that 19 seaports in Mimaropa, Central Visayas, and Northern Mindanao have suspended operations due to the adverse weather conditions. As of now, there have been no reports of human casualties resulting from the tropical storm and the enhanced southwest monsoon.
In its 11 a.m. bulletin, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) announced that 10 areas in Luzon are under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal (TCWS) No. 2, while another 10 areas are under TCWS No. 1. PAGASA further stated that Crising is expected to make landfall over Cagayan or the Babuyan Islands on Friday afternoon or evening.