Typhoon Uwan Nears the Philippines
Typhoon Uwan is rapidly intensifying as it approaches the Philippines, raising alarms about destructive winds, heavy rains, and potentially life-threatening conditions. Forecasters indicate it may become one of the most powerful storms of the year.
Current Status and Location
Known currently as Fung-wong, the storm recently strengthened into a severe tropical storm and is nearing the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR). As of Friday, it was positioned 1,470 kilometres east of Eastern Visayas, just outside the PAR boundary.
- Maximum sustained winds: 95 kilometres per hour
- Wind gusts: Up to 115 kilometres per hour
- Movement: Northwestward at 10 kilometres per hour
Renaming and Forecast
Upon entering the PAR, expected by midnight or early Saturday, the storm will be renamed Uwan, meaning "rain" in Cebuano. It is forecast to potentially make landfall near or at peak intensity over Northern or Central Luzon on 10 November 2025.
Warnings and Preparations
Disaster officials have urged residents along the storm’s path to prepare in advance, expressing concern over the storm's rapid strengthening. Meteorologists warn that Uwan could produce severe, life-threatening weather across large parts of Luzon.
Early warnings will likely be issued Saturday morning for eastern Luzon and the Visayas.
Author’s summary: Typhoon Uwan is quickly gaining strength near the Philippines, prompting urgent warnings as it threatens to bring destructive winds and heavy rainfall by early November.