According to the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting (NCHMF), as of December 6, the tropical depression was active over the eastern coastal waters of central Philippines.

At 1 PM, the storm’s center was located near 11.8 degrees North latitude and 125.9 degrees East longitude. The strongest winds near the center were measured at Level 6, between 39 and 49 kilometers per hour, with gusts reaching Level 8.

The system is currently moving westward at a speed of 5 to 10 kilometers per hour.

Within the next 24 hours, the depression is expected to move west-southwest, increasing its speed to 10 to 15 kilometers per hour. By 1 PM on December 7, it will still be over the central Philippines with sustained winds remaining at Level 6 and gusts at Level 8.

Over the following 24 hours, the depression is forecast to continue west-southwest at a faster pace of 15 to 20 kilometers per hour, entering the East Sea by December 8. At 1 PM on that day, its center is expected to be in the eastern waters of the central East Sea, maintaining Level 6 wind strength with gusts at Level 8.

From 48 to 72 hours later, the system is forecast to continue on a west-southwest path at speeds of 20 to 25 kilometers per hour, with little change in intensity.

Due to the depression’s influence, by early morning on December 8, the eastern part of the central East Sea is expected to experience winds at Level 6, gusting to Level 8, and sea waves ranging from 2 to 4 meters in height, causing rough seas. All vessels operating in this hazardous area could be affected by thunderstorms, squalls, strong winds, and high waves.

Bao Anh