Update on Bagyong Kiyapo as of 5 AM (July 24, 2026) | GMA News

Overview (Tropical Storm “Kia” / “No pong No”)

As of 5:00 AM (July 24, 2026), GMA News updates viewers on Tropical Storm “Kia” (international name: “No pong No”), reported as a system originating from the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (“Red Sky”).

The report states that Kia has strengthened from a tropical depression into a tropical storm. The storm center was last seen at 4:00 AM, approximately 345 km east of Aparri, Cagayan.

• Peak winds near the center: 65 km/h
• Maximum gusts: up to 80 km/h
• Movement: northwestward at about 30 km/h

Expected Impacts (Forecast and Storm Track)

Cloud and weather effects

• Kia’s cloud cover is already affecting Northern Luzon.
• Widespread cloudy conditions are expected across much of the country.

Possibility of close passage or landfall (Northern Luzon / Babuyan Islands)

• For Northern Luzon, the broadcast highlights that the storm may pass closest to the Babuyan Islands this afternoon.
• This is based on the “cone of confidence/probability,” which indicates:
  • There remains a possibility of landfall on one or more Babuyan Islands, or
  • A near approach.

Potential for further strengthening

The report notes Kia may still strengthen while within or near the country’s area of influence:

• It may still rise to TCWS No. 3 before leaving the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR).
• After leaving the PAR, it could potentially reach typhoon-equivalent strength (TCWS No. 4) before making landfall in southern mainland China.

Wind Warnings (TCWS Raised)

TCWS No. 2

Raised in parts of:

• Batanes
• Northern Cagayan, including Babuyan Islands
• Portions of Ilocos Norte
• Cordillera/Cagayan Valley provinces, including areas listed in the broadcast such as:
  • Isabela
  • Nueva Vizcaya
  • Quirino
  • Abra
  • Kalinga
  • Mountain Province
  • Ifugao
  • Benguet
  • and other specified areas

TCWS No. 1

Covers additional areas including:

• The rest of Cagayan Valley
• Much of Ilocos (as enumerated in the broadcast)

Gusty winds even where signals aren’t raised

Even in locations without TCWS raised, the report warns of gusty winds due to the combined effects of Kia and the southwest monsoon (habagat/southwesterly winds).

Additional risks beyond the current period

• Tomorrow and into parts of the week, additional g u sty wind risks may extend to Luzon and Visayas, including:
  • Zamboanga del Norte
  • Davao Oriental
  • parts of Zambales and nearby islands

Rain, Flooding, and Advisory Warnings

Weather advisory (heavy rain risk)

As of 5:00 AM, a weather advisory warns of heavy rains likely, especially in:

• Western Visayas
• Southern Luzon
• Palawan and Occidental Mindoro
• Ilocos region, including Apayao, Kalinga, Isabela, and Cagayan (linked to Kia’s impact)

Hazards to watch for

Viewers are cautioned about flash floods and landslides in areas under the advisory.

Rain may continue even if the typhoon leaves the PAR

The report says rains may continue by Saturday in parts of:

• Ilocos
• Apayao
• Cagayan

Gale Warning / Sea Conditions

A gale warning remains in effect due to dangerous sea conditions, with wave heights up to 5.5 meters.

Hazardous coastal areas mentioned

The broadcast lists dangerous coasts for Batanes/Babuyan Islands and multiple towns in Cagayan and Ilocos Norte, including:

• Pagudpud
• Banggi
• Burgos

Travel warning

It is dangerous for:

• Motorized vehicles
• Small boats to travel along these coasts due to rough seas.

Closing Note

GMA News states it will provide the next update at 8:00 AM, urging especially Northern Luzon residents to take extra precautions and to follow live updates.

Presenters / Contributors

• Obet Badrina