TS "Chedeng" accelerates as it enters the country

Tropical Storm "CHEDENG" has accelerated slightly as it continues to move in a West Northwest direction.

Location of Center: 795 kms East of Guiuan, Eastern Samar

Coordinates: 11.2°N, 133.8°E

Strength: Maximum sustained winds of 95 kph near the center and gustiness of up to 120 kph

Movement: West Northwest at 15 kph

Forecast Positions/Outlook:

Tuesday morning:
540 kms East Northeast of Guiuan, Eastern Samar

Wednesday morning:
360 km East Northeast of Virac, Catanduanes

Thursday morning:
265 km North Northeast of Virac, Cantanduanes or
250 km East of Casiguran, Aurora — ARA