Typhoon Nari (Bagyong Santi) Fri. Morning Video Update

Typhoon Nari (Bagyong Santi) continues to rapidly intensify this morning as it nears the east coast of Luzon. The typhoon continues to have very strong convective activity characterized by cold cloud tops. An eye is beginning to form as well with the eyewall almost complete based on microwave analysis. Outer rain bands are beginning to push onshore and will affect the provinces of Aurora, Quezon, the Bicol Region this afternoon. Rains will spread into much of Luzon tonight, including Metro Manila. Winds of up to 200kph are also possible near the landfall point in Aurora Province. Again, we’re expecting landfall to occur near the towns of Casiguran and Baler by later tonight or just after midnight.

Watch our video below as we go in-depth on the track and impacts of Typhoon Nari.

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Please note that the video above and the forecasts here are NOT OFFICIAL and should not be used for life or death decision. If you live in the areas forecast to be impacted by Typhoon Nari, please heed the warnings of your local officials and always refer to PAGASA for the latest warnings and forecasts for this typhoon. Stay safe!

-WxCaster PAT