LPA develops to tropical depression 'Fabian'

At 10:00 AM today, the center of Tropical Depression "Fabian" was estimated based on all available data at 290 km West of Iba, Zambales (15.2°N, 117.0°E).

Maximum winds of 55 kph near the center. Forecast to move North Northwest at 11 kph.

Tropical Depression "FABIAN" is expected to be at 350 km West of Sinait, Ilocos Norte tomorrow morning. By Saturday morning, it will be at 410 km Northwest of Laoag City or outside of the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR).

Estimated rainfall amount is from 5-15 mm per hour (moderate-heavy) within the 300 km diameter of the Tropical Depression.

Tropical Depression "Fabian" has no direct effect to any part of the country. However, it will enhance the Southwest Monsoon which will bring moderate to occasionally heavy rains and thunderstorms over the western section of Luzon particularly Palawan.