Tropical Storm Halong Brings Heavy Rain and Strong Winds to the Philippine Sea
The Philippine Sea is bracing for the impact of Tropical Storm Halong, which was located in the area on Monday morning, Japan time, according to the latest advisory from the Joint Typhoon Warning Center. As the storm continues to move through the region, residents can expect heavy rain and strong winds, with the potential for flash flooding and damage to low-lying areas.
Forecast Wind Speeds and Direction
The Joint Typhoon Warning Center has issued a forecast for the storm’s wind speeds and direction, which can be accessed through their official website. The center’s forecast is based on data from the National Hurricane Center and other sources, and provides critical information for residents and emergency management officials in the affected areas. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), wind speed probability data is not available north of 60.25 degrees north latitude.
Where Will It Rain?
Flash flooding can occur well inland and away from the storm’s center, even with weaker storms, which can produce excessive rainfall that can flood low-lying areas. The National Weather Service provides data for multi-day forecasts or observed rainfall totals, which can help residents prepare for the potential impacts of the storm. The 1-day forecast is from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), which provides critical information for emergency management officials and residents in the affected areas.
What Does the Storm Look Like from Above?
Satellite imagery can help determine the strength, size, and cohesion of a storm. The stronger a storm becomes, the more likely an eye will form in the center. When the eye looks symmetrical, that often means the storm is not encountering anything to weaken it. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the Japanese Meteorological Agency provide satellite imagery via the Cooperative Institute for Research in the Atmosphere, which can be used to track the storm’s movement and intensity.
Typhoon Season: What You Need to Know
Typhoon season is year-round, however, most typhoons form from early July through mid-December. The Philippines, Japan, and Taiwan are among the places most commonly affected by typhoons, which can bring damaging winds and storm surges. The Korean Peninsula, China, and Vietnam are also at risk, and U.S. territories such as Guam have been hit by devastating typhoons in the past, including Super Typhoon Mawar in May 2023, which caused billions of dollars in damage.
Sources and Notes
The tracking data for Tropical Storm Halong is from the National Hurricane Center and Joint Typhoon Warning Center. The map shows probabilities of at least 5 percent, with the forecast available for up to five days, starting up to three hours before the reported time that the storm reaches its latest location. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) provides satellite imagery, while the National Weather Service provides data for multi-day forecasts or observed rainfall totals. All basemaps are built with Daylight (urban areas) and Natural Earth (roads, labels, terrain).
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