The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) on Wednesday, February 28, warned of the possible flood in Davao caused by the trough of low-pressure area (LPA) that is affecting Mindanao region.
In a general flood advisory issued at 6 AM, PAGASA advised residents who are living in low-lying areas near the following river systems in Davao Oriental, Davao de Oro, and Davao Occidental to be cautious.
Davao Oriental
Rivers and its tributaries particularly Cateel, Dapnan, Baganga Mahan-ub, Manorigao, Caraga, Casaunan, Quinonoan, Bagwan, Mayo, Bitanayan, Sumlog, Tangmoan, Dacongbonwa, Kabasagan, Manay, Maya and Sumlao/Cuabo.
Davao De Oro
Rivers and its tributaries particularly Matiao and Hijo.
Davao Occidental
Rivers and its tributaries particularly Panglan, Malita, Batanan (Lais, Lawan, Latuan, Calian, Lamita, Lawayon, Culama, Caburan Bi, Maubio, Karabana, Tubayo, Kayapung, Malala, Capisolo, Tanoman Bi, Tanoman Smal, Kalbay, Butua, Nuin, Butula, Baki, Malagupo, Balagona, Batulaki
The state weather bureau also advised those living on mountain slopes as well as the Local Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Councils to take necessary precautionary measures.
Meanwhile, PAGASA said the northeast monsoon is affecting Luzon and Visayas and will bring light to moderate rains and thunderstorms.
