Tropical Depression Formation within the next 12-24 hrs along the Eastern Philippine Sea

Active Low Pressure Area (95W)

06:30 AM PhT 05/31/2012

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 ANALYSIS AND OBSERVATION
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• latest satellite imagery indicates a consolidating LLCC (Low-Level Circulation Center) with strong and broad convection
• expected to become a Tropical Depression with in the next 12-24 hours as it moves as it moves toward the warm water of the East Philippine Sea.
• this active disturbance could enhance the Southwest Monsoon that will bring light to moderate rains within the next 24-48 hours that could affect the western portion of the archipelago 

Active Low Pressure Area (95W)
Saffir-Simpson Typhoon Scale	Active LPA/Strong
Location	10.9N 130.1E
Distance	638.94 km NW of Palau
Maximum Sustained Winds	28 kph
Gustiness Winds	37 kph
Movement	NW @ 15 kph
Towards	Eastern Luzon
Maximum Sea Wave Height	n/a
Minimum Sea Level Pressure	1006 mb