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    Public storm warning signals are issued by PAGASA to warn the public of approaching tropical cyclones. PSWS #1 means winds of 30-60 kph may occur in 36 hours, possibly breaking tree branches and partially unroofing light houses. PSWS #2 warns of winds over 60-100 kph within 24 hours that could damage homes and crops. PSWS #3 signals winds over 100-185 kph within 18 hours, with potential to destroy homes and heavily damage agriculture and infrastructure. PSWS #4 indicates very strong winds over 185 kph may arrive within 12 hours, causing extensive damage to plants, buildings, and utilities.

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    Public storm warning signals are issued by PAGASA to warn the public of approaching tropical cyclones. PSWS #1 means winds of 30-60 kph may occur in 36 hours, possibly breaking tree branches and partially unroofing light houses. PSWS #2 warns of winds over 60-100 kph within 24 hours that could damage homes and crops. PSWS #3 signals winds over 100-185 kph within 18 hours, with potential to destroy homes and heavily damage agriculture and infrastructure. PSWS #4 indicates very strong winds over 185 kph may arrive within 12 hours, causing extensive damage to plants, buildings, and utilities.

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    Public storm warning signals are issued by PAGASA to warn the public of approaching tropical cyclones. PSWS #1 means winds of 30-60 kph may occur in 36 hours, possibly breaking tree branches and partially unroofing light houses. PSWS #2 warns of winds over 60-100 kph within 24 hours that could damage homes and crops. PSWS #3 signals winds over 100-185 kph within 18 hours, with potential to destroy homes and heavily damage agriculture and infrastructure. PSWS #4 indicates very strong winds over 185 kph may arrive within 12 hours, causing extensive damage to plants, buildings, and utilities.

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    Public storm warning signals are issued by PAGASA to warn the public of approaching tropical cyclones. PSWS #1 means winds of 30-60 kph may occur in 36 hours, possibly breaking tree branches and partially unroofing light houses. PSWS #2 warns of winds over 60-100 kph within 24 hours that could damage homes and crops. PSWS #3 signals winds over 100-185 kph within 18 hours, with potential to destroy homes and heavily damage agriculture and infrastructure. PSWS #4 indicates very strong winds over 185 kph may arrive within 12 hours, causing extensive damage to plants, buildings, and utilities.

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    PUBLIC STORM WARNING

    SIGNALS (PSWS)
    PSWS # 1
    WHAT IT MEANS
    • A tropical cyclone will affect the locality in at least 36
    hours
    • Winds of 30-60 kph and irregular rains is expected in at
    least 36 hours
    THE FOLLOWING MAY HAPPEN
    • Twigs and branches of small trees are broken
    • Some houses of very light materials are partially
    unroofed
    • Rice crops suffer significant damage in its flowering
    stage
    WHAT TO DO
    • Watch out for big waves
    • Listen to severe bulletin issued by PAGASA
    PSWS #2
    WHAT IT MEANS
    • A tropical cyclone with winds of greater than 60
    kph up to 100 kph will affect the locality in at least
    24 hours
    THE FOLLOWING MAY HAPPEN
    • Large number of nipa and cogon houses may be partially
    or totally unroofed
    • Light to moderate damage to exposed communities
    • Rice and corn may be adversely affected
    • Few big trees may be uprooted
    • Many banana plants may be downed
    • Some coconut trees may be tilted while few are
    broken
    WHAT TO DO
    • Avoid riding small seacraft
    • Those who travel by sea and air should avoid
    unnecessary risks
    • Postponed outdoor activity of children
    PSWS #3
    WHAT IT MEANS
    • A tropical cyclone with winds of greater than 100
    kph up to 185 kph will affect the locality in at least
    18 hours
    THE FOLLOWING MAY HAPPEN
    • Many coconut trees are broken or destroyed
    • Almost all banana plants downed and a large
    number of tress uprooted
    • Rice and corn crops suffer heavy losses
    • Majority of nipa and cogon houses are uprooted or
    destroyed; considerable damage to structures of
    light to medium construction
    • Widespread disruption of electrical power and
    communication services
    • Moderate to heavy damage in agricultural and
    industrial sectors
    WHAT TO DO
    • Avoid riding in any seacraft
    • Seek shelter in strong buildings
    • Evacuate from low lying areas
    • Stay away from coasts and riverbanks
    PSWS #4
    WHAT IT MEANS
    • A very intense typhoon carrying very strong winds
    of more than 185 kph will affect the locality in at
    least 12 hours
    THE FOLLOWING MAY HAPPEN
    • Coconut plantation may suffer extensive damage
    • Many large trees may be uprooted
    • Rice and corn plantation may suffer heavy losses
    • Damage to affected communities can be very
    heavy
    • Most residential and institutional buildings of mixed
    construction may be severely damaged
    • Electrical power distribution and communication services
    may be severely disrupted
    WHAT TO DO
    •All travels and outdoor activities should be
    cancelled
    •Evacuate to safe shelters

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