Tropical Storm MAN-YI is forecast to move towards the north-eastern coastline of the Philippines over the next couple of days. MAN-YI is forecast to intensify into a category 4 typhoon on or around the 16^th of November prior to making landfall north of Manila.

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) is issuing advice on their website, and social media platforms Facebook and Twitter.

We advise New Zealanders in Philippines to follow the advice of the local authorities at all times (including any evacuation orders) and seek suitable shelter. Visitors and tourists staying in travel accommodation should follow the guidance of hotel/resort management. It is considered sensible practice not to venture outdoors during a super typhoon and remain well away from the sea and rivers.  We recommend you stay informed of developments by monitoring local news and weather reports.

Please also ensure you keep your family and friends in New Zealand informed of your safety and well-being, including after the typhoon has passed.

New Zealanders in Philippines requiring emergency assistance should contact the local emergency services on the following numbers:

• National Emergency Hotline | 911
• Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) | 8527-3877 / 8527-8482
• Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) | 136 / 8882-4151 to 77
• Philippine Red Cross (PRC) | 143 / 8790-2300
• Philippine National Police (PNP) | 9117 / 8723-0401 / 8537-4500
• Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) | 8426-0231 / 8426-0195
• Department of Health (DOH) | 8711-1001 to 02 / 8740-5030
• National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) | 8911-1406
• Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) | 8284-0800
• Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) | 8931-8108

New Zealanders in the Philippines requiring consular assistance can contact the New Zealand Embassy in Manila on +63 2 234 3800 or at NZEMmanila@mfat.govt.nz or for emergencies after-hours on +64 99 20 20 20.

Associated Advisories:

• See the Philippines travel advisory

Posted:15 Nov 2024, 15:57