🌪️ Typhoon Bising Returns to PAR: Signal No. 1 Raised Again Over Batanes — Residents Urged to Stay Alert

Just when Filipinos thought it was over, Bising makes a comeback. PAGASA re-issues storm warnings as the typhoon re-enters the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR), with Batanes once again under Signal No. 1.

MANILA, Philippines — Tropical Cyclone Bising (international name: Surigae) has officially re-entered the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR), prompting the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) to raise Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal (TCWS) No. 1 over the Batanes group of islands as of early Tuesday morning.

The typhoon, which had previously exited PAR after causing rough seas and cloudy weather in northern Luzon, has looped back due to a shift in the high-pressure ridge steering currents in the northwest Pacific.

LOCATION AND MOVEMENT

As of PAGASA’s 5:00 AM advisory, Typhoon Bising was last spotted approximately 415 km northeast of Itbayat, Batanes, packing maximum sustained winds of 120 km/h near the center and gusts of up to 150 km/h.

It is currently moving southwestward at 10 km/h — an unusual path for typhoons in this region, which typically move northwestward or recurve out to sea.

“While Bising is not expected to make landfall, its re-entry poses risks to Batanes and nearby areas due to strong winds and intermittent heavy rain,” PAGASA warned.

AREAS UNDER SIGNAL NO. 1

As of this writing, Signal No. 1 has been raised over:

Batanes

This means strong winds of 30–60 km/h may be expected in the next 36 hours, which could cause:

Slight damage to structures made of light materials

Broken tree branches

Disruptions to small boats and local transport

PAGASA is monitoring the system closely, as further intensification or re-acceleration may prompt the expansion of wind signals to other parts of Extreme Northern Luzon.

SEA CONDITIONS AND ADVISORIES

With the typhoon’s return, moderate to rough seas are expected over the northern seaboard of Luzon, especially around Batanes and Babuyan Islands. Fisherfolk and small seacraft operators are strongly advised not to venture out to sea.

“Even without landfall, Bising’s outer rainbands and strong winds can bring dangerous waves and coastal flooding,” said PAGASA weather forecaster Benison Estareja.

RAINFALL FORECAST

Bising’s circulation is likely to enhance the southwest monsoon (habagat), bringing cloudy skies and scattered rain showers over parts of Northern Luzon, including:

Cagayan

Ilocos Norte

Apayao

Localized thunderstorms remain likely and may trigger flash floods or landslides, especially in elevated or deforested areas.

NO CLASSES IN BATANES

As a precautionary measure, the local government of Batanes has suspended in-person classes and advised offices to shift to remote operations wherever possible.

Evacuation centers have been reopened, though as of now, no forced evacuation has been ordered. Emergency response teams and search-and-rescue units remain on standby.

“We’ve been through Bising before, and we’re ready again,” said Governor Marilou Cayco.
“But we ask residents to remain vigilant.”

NDRRMC MONITORING SITUATION

The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) has elevated its alert status in Regions I and II and is coordinating with local disaster units to prepare food packs, generators, and rescue equipment in case conditions worsen.

The agency has also reminded the public to avoid fake news and follow official updates from PAGASA and local government units.

BISING’S UNUSUAL BEHAVIOR

Meteorologists have noted that Bising’s path — exiting and then re-entering PAR — is rare but not unprecedented.

“Occasionally, steering winds become weak or change direction, allowing a system to loop or stall,” said a climatologist from the University of the Philippines.
“It’s not common, but it’s also not impossible — and it reminds us that typhoons can be highly unpredictable.”

PAGASA has stated that it will continue to issue bulletins every six hours or more frequently if needed.

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT

In the coming 24–48 hours, residents in areas under TCWS No. 1 — especially Batanes — should expect:

Intermittent rain showers and wind gusts

Possible power interruptions

Travel delays for ferries and local flights

Alerts from LGUs for possible preemptive evacuations

While Bising is not expected to affect Metro Manila or the Visayas directly, PAGASA warns that any shift in its direction or speed could still influence Luzon weather conditions.

BOTTOM LINE:

Typhoon Bising has re-entered the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR)

Signal No. 1 raised over Batanes

No landfall expected, but strong winds and rough seas will affect Northern Luzon

Authorities are prepared — but still urging caution and preparedness

The typhoon that left… has returned. And it’s not done yet.