Gardo enters PAR, intensifies into severe tropical storm; Francisco exits (opens original article in a new tab)

Severe Tropical Storm Gardo entered the Philippine Area of Responsibility on June 25, 2026, intensifying into a severe tropical storm, while Severe Tropical Storm Francisco exited PAR. PAGASA stated Gardo would not affect the country.

• Severe Tropical Storm Gardo (Higos) entered the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) on June 25, 2026, intensifying into a severe tropical storm with maximum sustained winds of 95 km/h.
• Severe Tropical Storm Francisco (Mekkhala) exited PAR on June 25, 2026, moving toward Japan's Ryukyu Islands with maximum sustained winds of 95 km/h.
• PAGASA reported no rainfall or wind warnings for Gardo, stating it would remain far from landmass and likely exit PAR by June 26, 2026.