Chedeng intensifies into typhoonThe Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said that Chedeng (international name Guchol) could further intensify and reach peak intensity by tomorrow. MANILA, Philippines — Tropical cyclone Chedeng intensified into a typhoon yesterday afternoon, but it is still not seen to directly bring heavy rainfall although it may enhance the southwest monsoon or habagat. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said that Chedeng (international name Guchol) could further intensify and reach peak intensity by tomorrow. The hoisting of tropical cyclone wind signals is unlikely, but Chedeng may result in the enhancement of the monsoon. The timing and intensity of monsoon rains over the country may still change depending on the movement and intensity of Chedeng and its interaction with other weather systems.
