A tornado tore off the roof of a house in Barangay Pudoc Norte here shortly after midnight Tuesday as tornadoes or tornado-like winds were reported in several other parts of the province over the past two days.
The tornado struck at about 12:10 a.m., according to initial reports. No injuries were immediately reported.
The latest incident followed tornadoes that swept through parts of Ilocos Sur on Monday afternoon, sending roofing materials and other debris flying.
In nearby Caoayan town, residents also reported another ‘ipo-ipo’ or twister, prompting warnings for residents to remain alert.
In Bantay town, the Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO) conducted inspections and clearing operations in areas affected by a reported tornado.
Bantay Vice Mayor Samuel G.F Parilla II said the response team assessed the affected areas, removed debris and other obstructions, and monitored conditions to ensure residents’ safety and keep roads and public areas accessible.
On Monday, strong winds swept through the municipality of Cabugao at around 5 p.m., with videos shared by residents showing roofing materials and other debris being lifted by the winds.
A similar weather event was reported in Barangay Zapat, Sinait, while strong winds damaged five beach cottages in Barangay Sulvec, Narvaca.
A video posted by the Barangay Sulvec government showed barangay officials and police officers helping clear the damaged cottages.
Authorities were continuing to assess the extent of damage in the affected communities.
No fatalities or injuries were reported from the tornado incidents, according to the latest available reports