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Southwest Monsoon Continues to Impact Luzon and Western Visayas

Moderate to heavy rain is expected in Zambales, Bataan, and Occidental Mindoro due to the southwest monsoon until August 14.

13 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The southwest monsoon, known locally as habagat, is forecasted to bring heavy rainfall to parts of Luzon and Western Visayas until Friday, August 14. According to the state weather bureau, areas like Zambales, Bataan, and Occidental Mindoro will experience moderate to heavy rain due to these weather conditions.

Reports indicate that the southwest monsoon is still active in the western regions of the Philippines, affecting a significant portion of the country. Residents in the impacted areas have been advised to remain vigilant as the heavy rains may persist throughout the day. The state weather bureau continues to monitor developments related to the current weather patterns.

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