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Khaleej Times
02-08-2025
- Health
- Khaleej Times
Philippines braces for rise in leptospirosis cases after weeks of heavy rains, flooding
Health officials in the Philippines are warning of a possible surge in leptospirosis cases after persistent heavy rains triggered by the southwest monsoon and a series of tropical cyclones in recent weeks. According to the Department of Health reported that 569 leptospirosis cases were recorded in hospitals nationwide between July 13 and 31. Leptospirosis is an infection that can be transmitted to humans through floodwaters contaminated with the urine of infected animals, particularly rats. In a statement released on Saturday (August 2), the quoting DOH said: 'In connection with the continuous rains caused by the tropical cyclones and the southwest monsoon last week, the DOH is on alert for the expected rise in leptospirosis cases in the country." The DOH urged the public to take precautions after exposure to floodwater. 'Immediately wash your body after wading in floodwater. Monitor yourself for any symptoms. Even without symptoms, consult a doctor if you have gone into floodwater. Only take leptospirosis medicine if prescribed by your doctor." Among the recent weather conditions that contributed to flooding were Tropical Depression Crising (Tropical Storm Wipha), which exited the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) on July 19, and Tropical Storm Dante (Typhoon Francisco), which left on July 24 — both without making landfall. Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Emong (Typhoon Co-May) hit land twice — first in Pangasinan on July 24 and then in Ilocos Sur on July 25 — before leaving the PAR on July 26. The combined impact of the southwest monsoon (habagat) and three tropical cyclones has resulted in the deaths of at least 37 people across the Philippines, according to citing the latest update from the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) as of Thursday (July 31). Most of the deaths were reported in Metro Manila, with nine, followed by Calabarzon with eight and Western Visayas with six. Eight people remain missing, while 22 were reported injured due to the recent weather disturbances.
GMA Network
21-07-2025
- Climate
- GMA Network
Habagat rains to persist in coming days —PAGASA
Metro Manila and several provinces are expected to experience 100 to 200 mm of rainfall due to the enhanced Southwest Monsoon or Habagat until Tuesday, according to PAGASA in an advisory released on Monday. The state weather bureau advised residents and local government units to brace for heavy to torrential rain from July 21 until July 24, with rainfall amounts expected to be highest in Zambales, Bataan, Occidental Mindoro, and parts of the Ilocos Region in the coming days. Rainfall Outlook From Monday until noon of July 22, the following areas may receive Heavy rainfall (100–200 mm) Metro Manila Zambales Bataan Pampanga Bulacan Cavite Batangas Rizal Moderate rainfall (50–100 mm): Pangasinan Tarlac Occidental Mindoro From July 22 noon to July 23 noon Heavy rain (100–200 mm): Zambales Bataan Occidental Mindoro Moderate rainfall (50–100 mm): Metro Manila Pangasinan Ilocos Norte Ilocos Sur La Union Tarlac Pampanga Bulacan Cavite Batangas Laguna Rizal Quezon Oriental Mindoro Marinduque Romblon Masbate Sorsogon Albay Camarines Sur Catanduanes Antique Aklan Iloilo Guimaras Negros Occidental From July 23 noon to July 24 noon Heavy rainfall (100–200 mm): Ilocos Norte Ilocos Sur La Union Pangasinan Zambales Bataan Occidental Mindoro Moderate rainfall (50–100 mm): Metro Manila Apayao Abra Benguet Tarlac Pampanga Bulacan Cavite Batangas Rizal Laguna Quezon Oriental Mindoro Marinduque Romblon Masbate Sorsogon Albay Camarines Sur Aklan Antique PAGASA notes that mountainous and elevated areas may receive even higher rainfall totals, and areas already saturated from earlier rains could be at higher risk of flooding and landslides. Public Advisory and Precautions Authorities are urging the public and local disaster risk reduction and management offices to implement necessary precautions to safeguard lives and property. Flooding, overflowing rivers, and landslides are possible in the affected areas, especially those with prior rainfall accumulation. PAGASA emphasized that Heavy Rainfall Warnings are more immediate and localized—covering the next three hours and specific municipalities using Doppler radar data—while Weather Advisories, like this one, provide broader, province-level forecasts for the next 24 hours. The weather bureau may issue localized warnings and advisories through its regional services divisions depending on evolving conditions. The next Weather Advisory is expected by 5:00 PM today, unless significant changes warrant earlier updates. —VAL, GMA Integrated News
