LPA triggers scattered rain while crossing Southern Luzon
A low pressure area (LPA) is currently affecting parts of Luzon and Western Visayas, bringing scattered rain and thunderstorms. PAGASA warns of potential flash floods and landslides while monitoring the system as it moves toward the West Philippine Sea.
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WEATHER SYSTEMS. Satellite image of the low pressure areas inside and outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility, as of July 29, 2026, 3 pm.
A low pressure area is causing rain in much of Luzon and Western Visayas on Wednesday, July 29. Another LPA outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility is being monitored but is not expected to enter PAR. This is AI-generated.
MANILA, Philippines – A low pressure area (LPA) inside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) is bringing rain to Southern Luzon, Central Luzon, portions of Northern Luzon, and Western Visayas on Wednesday, July 29.
The LPA was located in the vicinity of Macalelon, Quezon, as of 3 pm on Wednesday. It had formed at 2 pm on Tuesday, July 28, from cloud clusters east of Eastern Visayas, then crossed Bicol on Wednesday morning.
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