The effects of the southwest monsoon, or habagat, may intensify over the weekend, bringing heavy rains in more areas in Luzon, the state weather bureau said. — Photo from Pagasa MANILA,

Image from Pagasa. MANILA, Philippines — Light to moderate rains due to the southwest monsoon or habagat are expected over parts of Luzon on Wednesday morning, the state…

Residents and motorists navigate floodwaters along a submerged road in Barangay Sta. Monica, San Simon, Pampanga, on Monday, August 10, 2026. INQUIRER file photo by Grig C.