Two TCLVs seen forming in coming days, weeks— PAGASA

Two tropical cyclone-like vortices (TCLVs) are expected to form in the coming days and weeks, one of which has a low to moderate chance of developing into a tropical cyclone (TC), according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).

TCLV 1 is expected to emerge over the eastern boundary of the Tropical Cyclone Advisory Domain (TCAD) during Week 1, covering July 16 to 22, PAGASA said in its latest Tropical Cyclone Threat Potential Forecast.

The weather bureau said the system has a low to moderate chance of developing into a tropical cyclone during the forecast period.

In Week 2, covering July 23 to 29, PAGASA said TCLV 1 is expected to move toward the northeastern portion of the TCAD and the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR).

The system is expected to maintain its low to moderate chance of developing into a tropical cyclone.

During the same period, TCLV 2 is expected to emerge over the eastern portion of the TCAD and may enter the PAR. It has a low likelihood of developing into a tropical cyclone during Week 2.

“Therefore, the TC threat potential is less likely over Week 1 and likely over Week 2,” PAGASA said.

The agency added that changes in the forecast pattern will be closely monitored and updates will be issued as needed. — Edg Adrian A. Eva