Typhoon Carina strengthens as it barrels north over the Philippine Sea. It brings gale-force winds to Batanes and heavy rain to Luzon. Residents of Metro Manila will experience strong winds and intermittent heavy rains as it moves upward. The typhoon is forecast to intensify further. It will make landfall over northern Taiwan. Then, it will exit the Philippine Area of Responsibility.
Those in Batanes should be prepared for strong winds, potential storm surges, and flooding caused by heavy rainfall. Residents are advised to closely watch updates from PAGASA and follow instructions from local officials.
