Wednesday 29 November 2006

Manila threatened by typhoon

URGENT - PLEASE RELAY

Typhoon Durian is forecast to pass over the Philippines over the next two days. As shown on the graphic, linked from the Joint Typhoon Warning Center in Hawaii, the path of the storm will take it directly over Manila with winds of 100 to 130 knots, that is 125 to 150 miles per hour, with gusts of between 150 to 165 knots, equivalent to 170 to 190 mph. The expected time of arrival in Manila is 2100 GMT, or 5 am local time on Friday, 1 December.



5 comments:

  1. Glad I'm not there!

    Jackie

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  2. Yeah, that's not good..........  (stating the obvious.)   Tis the season, still.   Thanks for the notice (I'm not there but I like to stay aware, and someone may read this who is in the area).  -- Robin  

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  3. Hmm... I'm not there, nor do I know anyone who is. But still, it's great that you're keeping us informed about this stuff. Hope everyone over there takes proper precautions and stays safe.

    Morgan
    xx
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  4. Praying they got the warning!!!!  Great job!!
    Joyce

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  5. oh dear Guido:(
    are they expecting huge damage?
    natalie

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