Tropical Storm Ada Threatens Philippines
Analysis based on 16 articles · First reported Jan 15, 2026 · Last updated Jan 16, 2026
The passage of Tropical Storm Ada through Philippines, particularly Philippines — Eastern Visayas and Philippines — Bicol Region, is expected to cause disruptions to local economies, including agriculture and infrastructure, potentially leading to increased insurance claims. The threat of floods, landslides, and storm surges could negatively impact tourism and local businesses in affected areas.
Tropical Storm Ada (international name: Nokaen) has intensified and is moving across the Philippine Sea, posing a significant threat to various regions of Philippines. The Philippines — PAGASA (PAGASA) has issued Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 2 for Philippines — Catanduanes, Philippines — Albay, Philippines — Sorsogon, Philippines — Northern Samar, and parts of Philippines — Eastern Samar and Philippines — Camarines Sur, indicating gale-force winds. Signal No. 1 is hoisted over a wider area, including parts of Quezon, Camarines Norte, Masbate, Samar, Biliran, Leyte, Southern Leyte, Cebu, Dinagat Islands, and Siargao-Bucas Grande Islands. The storm is forecast to bring heavy to torrential rains, strong to gale-force gusts, and a minimal to moderate risk of storm surges with peak heights up to 2 meters. There is a possibility of landfall over Philippines — Eastern Visayas and/or Philippines — Bicol Region, which could lead to widespread flooding and landslides. Ada is the first tropical cyclone for Philippines in 2026, and PAGASA anticipates it may weaken into a tropical depression by Tuesday, January 20.
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