A series of low pressure systems moving westward over the Philippines willlead to devastating flooding through the weekend.Since Wednesday, many areas of the Philippines have recorded over 4 inchesof rain, with local amounts up to 8 inches. Through the weekend, another 2 to 4inches of rain will fall, with local amounts exceeding 8 inches.
The result of the heavy rain will be widespread flooding throughout thenation. Along with the heavy rain comes the threat for life-threateningmudslides.
In addition, there is concern that an area of low pressure currently east ofthe Philippines could become a tropical storm prior to reaching the Philippinesthis weekend. If that were to happen, rainfall totals could exceed 12 inchesand would be accompanied by strong, gusty winds.
Story by AccuWeather.com Senior Meteorologist Rob Miller
