Category: Philippines Daily Inquirer

Typhoon Uwan (international name: Fung-wong) intensified further and started to pick up speed, state meteorologists said on early Sunday morning.

According to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) 2:00 a.m. update, Uwan was last seen 370 kilometers east of Virac, Catanduanes.

It is currently packing maximum sustained winds of 165 kilometers per hour (kph) and gustiness of up to 205 kph. Uwan is still moving west-northwest at a speed of 35 kph.

Due to Uwan’s relatively faster pace, Pagasa warned that the typhoon may make landfall over the Isabela-Aurora area by Sunday night instead of Monday morning.

‘Because of its faster movement, it is possible that Uwan would make landfall at the Isabela-Aurora area by Sunday night. We can see based on our latest satellite images that the cyclone has a huge diameter, and it can affect a huge part of Luzon and Visayas, especially areas where the center of the storm would pass through,’ weather specialist Obet Badrina said in Filipino.

However, Badrina said Pagasa is also not ruling out the possibility of a landfall or a close approach over Catanduanes, as Uwan moves closer to the Bicol Region. According to Pagasa’s forecast track, Uwan would be over the coastal waters of Pandan, Catanduanes, by 11:00 a.m. of Sunday.

‘We can see that there is a possibility that the sidewall of Uwan’s eye, which is the strongest part of a cyclone, would hit parts of Catanduanes. This may happen by Sunday morning, during which Uwan is closest to Bicol, particularly the eastern side of the area,’ he said.

‘That’s why we are not ruling out the possibility that the center of the cyclone would hit Catanduanes, it can still happen,’ he added.

As of now, more areas have been placed under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 4:

southeastern portion of Camarines Norte (Mercedes, Basud, Daet, Talisay, Vinzons)

eastern portion of Camarines Sur (Sagñay, Tigaon, Goa, Calabanga, Tinambac, Siruma, Lagonoy, Garchitorena, San Jose, Presentacion, Caramoan, Cabusao)

Catanduanes

eastern portion of Albay (Rapu-Rapu, Bacacay, City of Tabaco, Malilipot, Malinao, Tiwi)

Signal No. 3:

Luzon:

central and southern portions of Isabela (Alicia, San Mariano, Ramon, Naguilian, Dinapigue, San Guillermo, City of Cauayan, Echague, Angadanan, Benito Soliven, City of Santiago, San Agustin, Palanan, San Isidro, Cordon, Jones)

Quirino

eastern and southern portions of Nueva Vizcaya (Alfonso Castañeda, Dupax del Norte, Santa Fe, Kasibu, Aritao, Diadi, Dupax del Sur, Quezon)

Aurora

eastern and central portions of Nueva Ecija (City of Gapan, San Leonardo, Rizal, San Isidro, Laur, Llanera, Pantabangan, Palayan City, Gabaldon, General Mamerto Natividad, Cabanatuan City, Carranglan, General Tinio, San Jose City, Santa Rosa, Peñaranda, Jaen, Bongabon, Cabiao)

Bulacan

eastern portion of Pampanga (Mexico, San Luis, Santa Ana, Macabebe, Arayat, Candaba, Masantol, Santo Tomas, San Simon, Minalin, Apalit)

Metro Manila

Quezon including Pollilo Islands

Laguna

Rizal

eastern portion of Batangas (Padre Garcia, Santo Tomas, Lipa City, City of Tanauan, Mataasnakahoy, Balete, San Juan, Rosario, Malvar, Talisay, San Nicolas)

eastern portion of Cavite (Gen. Mariano Alvarez, Noveleta, Silang, City of Dasmariñas, Carmona, Kawit, Tagaytay City, Bacoor City, Imus City, Cavite City)

the rest of Camarines Norte

the rest of Camarines Sur

the rest of Albay

Sorsogon

Ticao and Burias Islands

Visayas:

Northern Samar

northern portion of Eastern Samar (Jipapad, Arteche, San Policarpo, Oras, Dolores, Maslog)

northern portion of Samar (Calbayog City, Matuguinao, Gandara, Santa Margarita)

Signal No. 2:

Luzon:

mainland Cagayan including Babuyan Islands

the rest of Isabela

the rest of Nueva Vizcaya

Apayao

Abra

Kalinga

Mountain Province

Ifugao

Benguet

Ilocos Norte

Ilocos Sur

La Union

Pangasinan

the rest of Nueva Ecija

Tarlac

the rest of Pampanga

Zambales

Bataan

the rest of Cavite

the rest of Batangas

Marinduque

northern and eastern portions of Romblon (Banton, Cajidiocan, Romblon, San Andres, Magdiwang, Calatrava, San Agustin, San Fernando, Concepcion, Corcuera)

northern and central portions of Oriental Mindoro (Puerto Galera, San Teodoro, Baco, City of Calapan, Naujan, Pola, Victoria, Socorro, Pinamalayan, Gloria, Bansud, Bongabong)

northern portion of Occidental Mindoro (Abra de Ilog, Paluan) including Lubang Islands

mainland Masbate

Visayas:

central portion of Eastern Samar (Can-Avid, City of Borongan, Taft, Sulat, San Julian, Maydolong)

central portion of Samar (Tagapul-An, Santo Niño, Almagro, San Sebastian, Jiabong, City of Catbalogan, Motiong, Tarangnan, Paranas, Hinabangan, San Jose de Buan, San Jorge, Pagsanghan, Calbiga, Pinabacdao, Villareal, Zumarraga, Daram, Talalora)

Biliran

Signal No. 1:

Luzon:

Batanes

the rest of Romblon

the rest of Oriental Mindoro

the rest of Occidental Mindoro

Calamian Islands

Cuyo Islands

Visayas:

the rest of Samar,

the rest of Eastern Samar

Leyte

Southern Leyte

Bohol

northern and central portions of Cebu (Medellin, Daanbantayan, City of Bogo, Tabogon, San Remigio, Tabuelan, Borbon, Sogod, Tuburan, Catmon, Carmen, Danao City, Compostela, Liloan, Consolacion, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, Cordova, Asturias, Cebu City, Balamban, City of Talisay, Toledo City, Minglanilla, Dumanjug, Argao, Sibonga, Barili, Ronda, Moalboal, Badian, Dalaguete, Alcantara, City of Carcar, City of Naga, San Fernando, Pinamungahan, Aloguinsan) including Bantayan and Camotes Islands

northern and central portions of Negros Occidental (City of Escalante, Toboso, Sagay City, Cadiz City, Calatrava, Manapla, City of Victorias, Enrique B. Magalona, Silay City, City of Talisay, San Carlos City, Salvador Benedicto, Murcia, Bacolod City, Hinigaran, City of Himamaylan, Binalbagan, Isabela, Moises Padilla, La Castellana, Pontevedra, San Enrique, La Carlota City, Bago City, Valladolid, Pulupandan)

northern portion of Negros Oriental (Canlaon City, Jimalalud, La Libertad, Tayasan, Vallehermoso, City of Guihulngan)

Guimaras

Iloilo

Capiz

Aklan

Antique

Mindanao:

Dinagat Islands

Surigao del Norte

northern portion of Agusan del Norte (Tubay, Santiago, Jabonga, Kitcharao)

northern portion of Surigao del Sur (Carrascal, Cantilan, Madrid, Carmen, Lanuza, Cortes)

Several local government units (LGUs) have declared class and government work suspensions for Monday, November 10, in anticipation of Typhoon Uwan’s possible impact.

Among the areas that have declared class suspensions are the provinces of Aurora, Nueva Ecija, Pampanga, Pangasinan, La Union, Ilocos Norte, and Ilocos Sur – some of the provinces expected to be directly hit by Uwan.

Classes in all levels, both public and private, have been suspended, along with work in the government, except for those involved in frontline and vital emergency and rescue-related services.

The entire Metro Manila, save for the City of Makati, has also suspended classes in all levels. /mr

In the boardrooms where men overwhelmingly take the lead, these two powerful Filipinas seek to make it clear: vision and leadership know no gender.

Robinsons Land Corp. CEO Mybelle Aragon-GoBio and Ayala Corp. managing director Mariana Zobel de Ayala-two of the country’s top women corporate leaders-have proven this.

With years of influence in their respective fields, Aragon-GoBio and Zobel are the only two women executives from the Philippines recognized in Forbes’ list of ‘Asia’s Power Businesswomen 2025.’

Shattering social expectations that only men officials could deliver significant financial gains, Forbes Asia editorial director Rana Wehbe Watson says those named in the list are not just embracing changes, but are steering the way for a new business scene.

Purpose, care

It was only less than a year after the real estate veteran took the reins of Robinsons Land, with her appointment shaking things up, as Aragon-GoBio is the first woman and non-Gokongwei family member to run the corridors of the property giant.

Armed with three decades of experience in beefing up Robinsons Land’s portfolio, from high-rise buildings to mixed-use estates, the 52-year-old industry stalwart is not just after a ballooning bottom line.

‘I have always believed that leadership is about creating value that endures and making a difference people can genuinely feel,’ she tells Inquirer.

‘At Robinsons Land, what drives me is the work of building communities and improving lives, and doing that work the right way, with integrity and purpose,’ the property executive says.

After clinching a spot on Forbes’ list, Aragon-GoBio hopes to leave this belief. That is, ‘that progress built on care and accountability is the kind that lasts.’

‘I also hold a deep faith in what Filipinos can achieve, that by doing our work well and staying true to our values, we can build enterprises that stand proudly on the world stage,’ she adds.

New era of Filipinas

Then comes 37-year-old Zobel, a young executive spearheading the leasing and hospitality business of Ayala Land . The firm has a $2-billion war chest to bolster a portfolio of malls, offices and hotels.

Surrounded by driven figures, Zobel has been exposed to women’s radiating influence and visibility, not just in business.

‘Women play a critical role in society-within their own families, organizations and communities-leaving a lasting impact and shaping future generations,’ Zobel writes in a commentary.

It was published by Inquirer on March 21, in celebration of Women’s Month.

‘There is power in the choices that the modern Filipina consumer makes, especially in today’s era of endless options. Every decision is a careful discernment of where they want to spend their time and resources,’ she adds.

As a leader, Zobel carries with her the power of diversity, equity and inclusion. That is so, especially as women remain ‘an underrepresented group.’

‘Bringing those unique perspectives and experiences to the organizations they are part of will yield tremendous results and hopefully new ways of looking at things,’ she says.

Seeing the issue of gender equity as of ‘national importance,’ Zobel believes the journey isn’t over. And more needs to be done.

The list of Asia’s Power Businesswomen also includes other distinguished leaders across the region. They are Kuok Hui Kwong, CEO of Shangri-La Asia; Hindustan Unilever’s first woman CEO Priya Nair; Margaret Kao, chair and CEO of Taipei-based Marketech International; HSBC Hong Kong CEO Maggie Ng; Amanda Lacaze, managing director and CEO of Lynas Rare Earths; Temasek chief financial officer Png Chin Yee; Chung Yoo-kyung, head of Shinsegae Inc., South Korea’s largest department store chain; Jane Sun, CEO of Trip.com Group and Jamie Khoo, DayOne Data Centers CEO. INQ

Malacañang has suspended classes at all levels in both public and private schools for two days in the provinces of Luzon and the Visayas due to the forecasted major impact of Super Typhoon Uwan (international name: Fung-wong) in the country.

Under Memorandum Circular No. 106 signed by Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin on Sunday, classes are suspended from November 10 (Monday) to November 11 (Tuesday) in 12 out of the 18 regions in the country:

1. National Capital Region (NCR)

2. Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR)

Abra

Apayao

Benguet

Ifugao

Kalinga

Mountain Province

3. Region I – Ilocos Region

Ilocos Norte

Ilocos Sur

La Union

Pangasinan

4. Region II – Cagayan Valley

Batanes

Cagayan

Isabela

Nueva Vizcaya

Quirino

5. Region III – Central Luzon

Aurora

Bataan

Bulacan

Nueva Ecija

Pampanga

Tarlac

Zambales

6. Region IV-A – Calabarzon

Cavite

Laguna

Batangas

Rizal

Quezon

7. Region IV-B – MIMAROPA

Occidental Mindoro

Oriental Mindoro

Marinduque

Romblon

Palawan

8. Region V – Bicol Region

Albay

Camarines Norte

Camarines Sur

Catanduanes

Masbate

Sorsogon

9. Region VI – Western Visayas

Aklan

Antique

Capiz

Guimaras

Iloilo

10. Region VII – Central Visayas

Bohol

Cebu

Siquijor

11. Negros Island Region (NIR)

Negros Occidental

Negros Oriental

Siquijor

12. Region VIII – Eastern Visayas

Biliran

Eastern Samar

Leyte

Northern Samar

Samar (Western Samar)

Southern Leyte

Work suspensions

Meanwhile, apart from suspended classes, Malacañang in the same memorandum also suspended work in government offices in nine of the aforementioned regions, specifically, Metro Manila, Ilocos Region, Cagayan Valley, Cordillera Administrative Region, Central Luzon, Calabarzon, Mimaropa, Bicol Region and Eastern Visayas.

However, unlike the class suspensions, the work suspensions will only be effective on Monday, Nov. 10. /das/cb

The House of Representatives has suspended work and its session for Monday, November 10, due to Super Typhoon Uwan’s expected impact over Luzon, including Metro Manila.

In an advisory, House Secretary General Cheloy Garafil said that only offices performing essential and critical functions are required to go on duty.

‘In view of the anticipated inclement weather conditions due to Typhoon Uwan, work in the House of Representatives, including the plenary session, is hereby suspended on Monday, November 10. 2025,’ Garafil said.

‘Offices performing essential functions are expected to ensure the continued delivery of critical services,’ she added. ‘The House leadership remains steadfast in its commitment to safeguarding the health, safety, and well-being of all employees.’

Latest weather updates from the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) showed that Uwan was able to maintain its strength even as it moved closer to the Luzon landmass.

As of Pagasa’s 11 a.m. update, Uwan was last seen over the coastal waters of Pandan, Catanduanes, moving west northwest at a speed of 30 kilometers per hour (km/h).

Uwan is packing maximum sustained winds of 185 km/h near the center, and gustiness of up to 230 km/h.

Several areas in Luzon are under wind signals, including Metro Manila, which is under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 3. The Batasang Pambansa complex, where the House holds office, is located in Quezon City.

Garafil urged all House personnel to stay safe and take precautionary measures in anticipation of Uwan’s impact.

Previously, the House allowed employees who may be affected by Typhoon Uwan to park their vehicles at designated areas, as the Batasang Pambansa is located on higher ground.

‘All personnel are advised to take necessary precautions, stay safe, and prepare essential supplies during this period,’ she said. /cb

Spikers’ Turf has postponed Sunday’s triple-header in the 2025 Invitational Conference due to the effects of Super Typhoon Uwan.

‘Please be informed that today’s scheduled games have been postponed due to Super Typhoon Uwan and the adverse weather conditions it has caused,’ the league said in an official statement on Sunday morning.

‘A new schedule will be announced shortly. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Please stay safe and take all necessary precautions during the typhoon.’

The matches were originally set at the Filoil EcoOil Centre in San Juan, featuring Savouge Aesthetics vs PGJC-Navy at 1 p.m., VNS vs FEU-DN Steel at 3 p.m., and Criss Cross vs UST-Gameville at 5 p.m.

League officials said the postponement was made in the interest of player, staff, and fan safety amid the strong winds and heavy rains brought by Uwan.

A new schedule for the postponed fixtures will be announced once conditions improve.

The Philippine Coast Guard’s Zamboanga City station issued a Sea Travel Advisory at 6:15 p.m. on Saturday (Nov 8), temporarily suspending trips of all vessels, regardless of type and tonnage, that ply from Zamboanga City to Tawi-Tawi province.

Lieutenant Commander Tristan Jener Erediano said the suspension was in reference to the 3 p.m. update from the state weather bureau about the oncoming typhoon.

Erediano also noted strong winds and rough sea conditions brought by Typhoon Uwan, hence ‘long-distance sea travel is not advisable.’

In preparation for Uwan, the local governments in Basilan province and Zamboanga City have heightened the alert level among disaster response offices and personnel.

‘Preparedness saves lives. Our priority is to make sure every member of the Provincial Response Cluster is ready and that communication lines remain open before, during, and after the typhoon,’ Basilan Gov. Mujiv Hataman said.

Hataman called on all local officials and barangay leaders to stay alert and disseminate accurate information to their constituents to minimize risks and damages.

Meanwhile, the Department of Public Works and Highways in Zamboanga Peninsula said they were ‘on full alert, ready, and strategically prepositioned across the region for the possible effects of Typhoon Uwan. /mr

As the Philippines continues to face another typhoon, Piolo Pascual hoped that the grim circumstances in the country would remind government officials to not treat politics as a business.

In an interview with Inquirer Entertainment on Saturday, Nov. 8, Pascual said the recent string of typhoons battering the country is a reminder to the public to be mindful of the politicians they vote for.

At the same time, he also pointed out that the government should ‘do the right thing’ to avoid losing more lives.

‘It’s a good time for us to assess who we vote for. There are certain parts of the country that’s able to withstand storms and typhoons because they have better infrastructure. I guess it’s a wake-up call,’ he said.

‘As much as it’s nature telling us that we can do nothing about it, there are ways that we can prevent losing more lives by doing the right thing. It breaks my heart to see people losing their homes, their livelihood, so I hope ma-konsensya ang mga tao, the ones who have the power, for them to finally realize that politics is not a business. It’s a public serving type of job,’ he continued. Pascual stressed that corruption is a ‘work of the enemy,’ while urging the public to ‘get really mad’ with what’s happening around the country.

‘You’re elected because you want to give your constituents a better life. I hope they realize that because it makes people mad. I hope [the people] get really mad because it makes them realize that corruption is a work of the enemy. So, if you are eaten by selfish motives, then the enemy has overtaken you,’ he said.

This is not the first time Pascual became vocal against corruption. During the premiere of his film ‘The Ride’ last September, the actor thanked the public for showing up to see the film – despite its stormy weather at the time – amid the rampant reports of corruption.

The actor also shared that reports of corruption gives him pain, as he always does his best to pay his taxes on time.

The actor is one of the lead stars of the family film ‘Meet, Greet and Bye’ with Maricel Soriano, Joshua Garcia, JK Labajo, and Belle Mariano. /edv

Southeast Asia sits at a hinge moment. Home to immense diversity and a fast-growing economy, the region has managed to sustain a fragile peace while the world’s strategic weather continues to shift around it.

By all logic, it should already command global attention; yet too often it lingers at the margins of the story others tell about us.

From Manila’s vantage point, this moment offers an opportunity to reflect on the inheritances that shape the region, confront the frictions that stall delivery and explore practical ways the Philippines can contribute to, and benefit from, a more confident and cohesive Southeast Asia.

In the next leg of his journey across Southeast Asia, Indonesian statesman, businessman and thought leader Gita Wirjawan will be in Manila to launch his latest book, ‘What It Takes: Southeast Asia.’

A former minister of trade of Indonesia, chair of Ancora Group and host of Indonesia’s definitive leadership podcast Endgame, Wirjawan brings decades of experience in governance, investment and education to his writing.

‘What It Takes: Southeast Asia’ draws from dialogues with scholars, practitioners and leaders worldwide to explore Southeast Asia’s modernization and global role.

Blending realism and aspiration, Wirjawan challenges future leaders to reimagine Southeast Asia’s trajectory and unlock the region’s potential on the global stage.

Quality leadership

‘Southeast Asians deserve quality leadership that directly reflects the interests and priorities of the people these policies are intended to serve,’ Wirjawan writes.

In the book, he highlights that true progress in the region depends on strengthening the link between education and leadership.

He posits that through excellence in education, Southeast Asia can cultivate the kind of leadership that reflects its people’s aspirations and delivers progress that endures.

He also underscores the importance of regional cooperation, emphasizing that ‘Asean (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) must set the example for the types of leaders and best practices that nations should emulate and cultivate to strengthen the region’s positive trajectory.’

On Nov. 11, Wirjawan will be in town for a fireside chat and book launch of ‘What It Takes: Southeast Asia,’ followed by a book signing session.

The event is organized by Asia Society Philippines as part of Asia Society’s mission to foster meaningful dialogue on shared challenges and opportunities for Asia and the world.

The event will take place at Manila House, BGC, from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. For inquiries and registration, please email [email protected]. INQ

Binibining Pilipinas Myrna Esguerra had a rousing send-off at the Terminal 1 of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) in Pasay City on Sunday morning, Nov. 9.

The gloomy weather aside, a festive atmosphere greeted pasengers and their loved ones not only because of the beauty queen’s hot pink ensemble, but also because of the marching band that came along.

Band members banging and blowing at their musical instruments lifted the spirits of the crowd, many of whom still sleepy, with the parade-like vibe that emanated at the departure entrance.

Esguerra is set to compete in the 63rd Miss International pageant in Japan, on a quest to record the Philippines’ seventh victory and sustain the country’s reputation as the best-performing Asian country in the global tilt.

The beauty queen is arriving in Japan three days earlier than the official arrival of delegates because she intends to meet the Filipino community there ahead of the competition.

Esguerra waved to the onlookers at the airport in a bustier-top using indigenous fabric with a hot pink sash draped on one side, matched with a pair of wide-legged hot pink trousers. A flowy scarf also graced her long neck to complete the look.

Before her departure, the beauty queen earned her Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) pin after weeks of training and learning under sustainability consultant Dr. Maria Romina Gemini Brion Zabala and Dr. JC Chiong.

For the most recent editions, including this year’s, the Miss International pageant has been promoting the 17 SDGs, and the delegates are enccouraged to spearhead projects that align with the goals.

‘Receiving the SDG pin gave me a true sense of pride because in that moment, I felt like an official partner in helping shape our society for the better,’ Esguerra said.

‘It also comes with a little pressure, because I believe that wearing this pin carries a real responsibility. And from today forward, I am ready to bear that responsibility aligned with my purpose,’ she continued.

The Miss International 2025 final competition show will be held at the Yoyogi National Stadium’s Second Gymnasium in Tokyo, Japan, on Nov. 27. /edv

Amid the onslaught of Super Typhoon Uwan, 6,607 individuals, including passengers, crew and cargo staff, were stranded across 86 ports nationwide on Monday morning, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) reported.

With wind signals as high as Signal no. 5 up, authorities have suspended sea travel in all areas affected by Uwan.

From 12 a.m. to 4 a.m. on Monday, the PCG also recorded a total of 3,161 rolling cargoes, 83 vessels, and 22 motorbancas stranded, while 408 vessels, and 304 motorbancas are taking shelter.

The PCG recorded the highest number of stranded people in Bicol Region with 2,575 individuals, 1,143 rolling cargoes, and six vessels stranded, while 34 vessels and 27 motorbancas taking shelter in the ports listed below:

Aroroy Port

Masbate Port

Mobo Port

Cataingan Port

Mintac Port

Cawayan Port

San Jacinto Port

San Fernando Port

Lagundi Port

San Pascual Port

Bacacay Port

Legazpi Port

Pioduran Port

Pasacao Port

Matnog port

Pilar port

Castilla Port

In Eastern Visayas, stranded in the following ports are 937 individuals, 749 rolling cargoes and one vessel, while 24 other vessels and 29 motorbancas are taking shelter:

Sta. Clara Port

Dapdap Port

Looc Port

Maripipi Port, Maripipi Biliran

Kawayan Port, Kawayan Biliran

Ormoc Port

Isabel Roro Port

Port Of Tacloban

Calubian Port

Port of San Juan

Port of Benit

Port of Liloan

Magallanes/Triana Port

Port of Padre Burgos

Catbalogan Port

Amandayehan Port

San Antonio port

The following Southern Tagalog ports are accommodating the stranded 843 people, 218 rolling cargoes, two vessels and 11 motorbancas, together with 151 vessels and 47 motorbancas taking shelter:

Port of Lucena

Port of Mauban

Port of Atimonan

Port of San Andres

Real Port

Ambulong Port

Romblon Port

San Agustin Port

Looc Port

Batangas Port

Anilao Port

Tingloy port

Balanacan port

Buyabod Port

San Jose Port

Mariil Port

Vicinity waters off Brgy Palangan

Vicinity waters off Brgy Poblacion, Concepcion, Romblon

Vicinity waters off Pola

PCG also said that the following ports in Western Visayas have 739 people, 340 rolling cargoes and five vessels stranded, alongside 18 vessels taking shelter:

Arastre Port

Dumangas Port

Bayang Port

Alegria Port

Caticlan Port

Culasi Port

In Central Visayas, 662 people, 300 rolling cargoes, 51 vessels, and 11 motorbancas are stranded, while 62 vessels and 189 motorbancas are taking shelter in the following ports:

Sitio Quasi, Brgy Poblacion, Tabuelan, Cebu

Medellin Pier, Brgy Kawit, Medellin, Cebu

Polambato Pier, Brgy Polambato, Bogo City, Cebu

Daanbantayan Pier, Brgy Maya, Daanbantayan Cebu

Malapascua Pier, Brgy Logon, Daanbantayan, Cebu

Hagnaya Port, San Remigio, Cebu

Carmen Port, R.M. Durano Street,Pier Poblacion,Carmen Cebu

WTG Port

Toledo City Port

Pier 1 Cebu City

Pier 3 Cebu City

Labogon, Mandaue

Dunggoan Port

Tagbilaran Port, Tagbilaran City

Getafe Port, Getafe Bohol

Catagbacan Port, Catagbacan Loon, Bohol

Ubay Port

Popo Port, PCPG, Bohol

The following Northern Mindanao ports are also housing a total of 549 people, 18 rolling cargoes and three vessels stranded, while 47 vessels are taking shelter:

Cagayan de Oro Port

Port of Tagoloan

Ozamiz Port

Holcim Port

Meanwhile, stranded in the Southern Visayas ports listed below are 210 individuals, 143 rolling cargoes, and seven vessels, while taking shelter are 13 vessels and two motorbancas:

Barcelona Port

Cadiz City Commercial Port

Port of San Carlos

Bredco Port

In Central Luzon, 76 individuals and six vessels are stranded, while 31 vessels are taking shelter in two ports: Northport Passenger Terminal, and AFAB Port/PBR Limay.

At 8 a.m. on Sunday, the state weather bureau reported that the super typhoon was last spotted 125 kilometers east-northeast of Virac, Catanduanes, packing maximum sustained winds of 185 kilometers per hour (kph), with gusts of up to 230 kph.

Uwan is set to make landfall on Sunday evening or Monday morning, affecting most of the country, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration. /das