Typhoon Mekkhala rapidly intensifies; new LPA forms — PAGASA (opens original article in a new tab)

Typhoon Mekkhala rapidly intensified near the Philippines, with a new LPA forming east of Southern Luzon, according to PAGASA.

• Typhoon Mekkhala intensified with 155 kph winds and 190 kph gusts, moving west-northwestward
• A new LPA formed 2,745 km east of Southern Luzon, with potential to develop into a tropical cyclone
• Mekkhala may reach peak intensity, recurve toward Japan, and exit PAR by Friday