Ada, first storm of 2026, enters PhilippinesA state weather specialist points at Tropical Depression Ada during a presentation at the PAGASA main office in Quezon City yesterday. MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has placed several areas in the Visayas and Mindanao under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal (TCWS) No. 1 as Tropical Depression Ada maintains its strength while slowing down over the Philippine Sea east of Mindanao. PAGASA said minimal to minor impacts from strong winds are possible in areas under TCWS No. PAGASA said the tropical depression may intensify into a tropical storm within the next 24 hours as it continues to strengthen over the Philippine Sea.

Source: Philippine Star January 14, 2026 16:38 UTC