June 16, 2025 — Global Weather Watch
Get ready for nature’s fury! From the tropical zones of the Philippines and India to the heartland of the United States, the skies are roaring, and the ground is trembling. Weather agencies across continents are sounding high-pitched alarms as severe thunderstorms, torrential downpours, landslides, and flash floods take center stage in what is shaping up to be a historic week of extreme weather.
🌩️ PHILIPPINES: Quezon in the Crosshairs
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has just raised the red flag with Thunderstorm Advisory No. 19 (#NCR_PRSD) at 5 AM, warning that moderate to heavy rainfall with intense lightning and gusty winds will lash Quezon province within the next three hours.
Earlier, a Thunderstorm Watch was issued at 10 PM on June 15, alerting residents of Metro Manila and nearby provinces that severe storm development was imminent within 12 hours. Local authorities urge residents to stay indoors, avoid flood-prone zones, and prepare for potential outages.
🇮🇳 INDIA: Landslides Rock Idukki, Red Alert Issued
Meanwhile, in India, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued red alerts across several districts due to relentless rainfall. The Idukki district of Kerala has already witnessed multiple landslides, blocking roads and damaging property.
Emergency crews have been deployed, and tourists have been advised to cancel travel to high-risk hilly regions. This comes as monsoon fury intensifies in the southern belt, triggering fears of more mudslides and river overflows.
🌪️ UNITED STATES: Storms Brew Across the Mississippi Valley
On the other side of the world, the National Weather Service (NWS) is closely tracking severe thunderstorms building up over the Plains and the central Mississippi River Valley. The storms are expected to gain strength Monday and Tuesday, bringing threats of tornadoes, damaging winds, and flash flooding.
The Weather Prediction Center (WPC) has released its Excessive Rainfall Outlook (ERO), warning that intense rain might exceed flash flood guidance within 25 miles of any given location, setting the stage for potentially dangerous and fast-developing flood conditions.
🛑 What You Should Do Right Now
Whether you’re in Asia or America, weather authorities are urging extreme caution. Stay informed through official weather channels, avoid travel unless necessary, and ensure emergency kits, food, and communication devices are ready.