Typhoon Kammuri, know locally as Tisoy, will strengthen as it tracks westward toward the Philippines and may be the equivalent of a major hurricane when it makes landfall early next week.
Kammuri is currently tracking generally toward the west, and this motion is expected to continue this weekend.
Conditions will be favorable for intensification over the next few days and Kammuri will likely strengthen to the equivalent of a Category 3 hurricane.
Weakening will begin once it reaches the Philippines due to interaction with land, as well as an increase in dry air.
Landfall is expected late Monday or early Tuesday, local time.
Significant storm surge, along with damaging winds, flooding rain and mudslides will accompany Kammuri as it slams the Philippines.
A widespread area of more than 6 inches of rainfall into midweek is expected, with the highest rainfall totals expected in southeastern Luzon. This is also where storm surge will be a concern and where the highest winds will likely occur.
Heavy rainfall is also expected farther west, including in the Manila area.
Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) notes that those living in areas identified to be highly susceptible to flooding and rain-induced landslides should take appropriate actions and continue to monitor for updates.
Typhoon Kammuri could delay or cancel some outdoor events at the Southeast Asian Games that begin this weekend, according to ABS-CBN News.
Kammuri will then move into the South China Sea by Thursday but should continue its weakening trend.
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