Storm surge warning issued for eight provinces in Philippines as Pepito approaches

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A storm surge warning has been issued for eight provinces in Luzon and Visayas due to Severe Tropical Storm Pepito, also known as Man-yi. The warning indicates a moderate to high risk of storm surge in the next 48 hours. Residents in low-lying coastal areas are advised to avoid beaches, and all marine activities are prohibited. Pepito is expected to make landfall on the eastern coast of Central Luzon this weekend. Currently, Pepito is located 995 kilometers east of Eastern Visayas, moving west at 35 kilometers per hour. It has maximum winds of 100 kilometers per hour, with gusts reaching 125 kilometers per hour.


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