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Sunflowers here, sunflowers there. Everyone is looking for the best spot to have "selfies" with these sunflowers and post them on social media. Indeed, summer in the Philippines is never be the same without sunflowers.



But where to find full bloom sunflower in the metro (or nearby)? No worries! Here, I list 8 sunflower fields to see in Metro Manila and nearby provinces (list updated in 2022):

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Sunflower Fields in Metro Manila

You are residing or traveling for work in Metro Manila and you wanted to relieve your hectic week with a refreshing view amidst the bustling cities? Here are some of the places you can drop by to destress yourself with sunflowers:


Ayala Triangle Gardens (Makati)

Yes! This busy city has a little treat this summer. A little space in Ayala Triangle Gardens houses a few sunflower in the city.


Although it's not that huge like what Pangasinan and Quezon have, you can still do a close up selfies with these sunflowers.

A post shared by Makati City (@makatinatin) on 

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Rainforest Park (Pasig)

Pasig is known as "The Green City" in the metro. No wonder that it has a Rainforest Park where you can see a sunflower field.

A post shared by Pasig City (@tagapasigkami) on 

The park is somewhat comparable to Quezon City’s La Mesa Eco Park, Pangasinan’s Sunflower Maze and Baguio’s Wright Park to name some. Making it a combination of several theme parks in one.

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UP Diliman (Quezon City)

The rows of sunflowers blooming along University Avenue near the oval have become part of an annual graduation tradition ever since the 80s.

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These flowers bloom around the same time the students graduate—formerly, around April, but UP shifted their academic calendar and the experts in the University of the Philippines Diliman Campus Maintenance Office (UPD CMO) found a way for these flowers to bloom during the rainy season (around June), which is also when the students graduate. These sunflowers have become a symbol of hope for the graduating students, something they look forward to through all those sleepless and restless nights and days while working on every academic requirement.


Sunflower Fields and Farms in CALABARZON

Here are some of the known sunflower farms you can visit around Region-4A:


Celossian Flower Farm (Baras, Rizal)

The Celossian Flower Farm is located in the town of Baras, Rizal, about 47 KM from Metro Manila. As the farm’s name suggests, this particular flower farm is home to celosia, a type of flower that features large flame-shaped petals and bright red and yellow colors.


Aside from its attractive appearance, the celosia is special as it blooms only once per year. This flower typically grows in humid areas, so the country’s climate is an ideal place for it to thrive. Other known names of celosia include cockscomb and woolflower. 


SunFlora Farm (Jalajala, Rizal)

Established in 2018 in Jalajala, Rizal, SunFlora Farm offers delightful and vibrant sunflower landscapes perfect for selfies and groufies with friends and family.

SunFlora Farm

Guests are allowed to take home sunflower cuttings for only ₱100! Additionally, they provide a variety of handmade souvenirs, such as knitted hats, keychains, and accessories inspired by their golden sunflowers.



Angel's Sunflower Field (Candelaria, Quezon)

Found in Barangay Masin Sur, Candelaria, Quezon, Girasoles Farm (formerly known as Angel's Sunflower Field) boasts its vast field of sunflower.

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Angel’s Sunflower Field

Both are truly beautiful and amazing! Many are really visiting both sites just to have their perfect summer selfies!



Sunshine Farm (Tiaong, Quezon)

Situated in Barangay Lai, Tiaong Quezon, Sunshine Farm is one of the most distinct flower-themed attractions in the country. It’s home to thousands of sunflowers, so it’s no wonder that this farm has become a favorite setting for special occasions like birthdays and weddings. 

Sunshine Farm

Sunshine Farm’s founder, Rhodora Palomar-Fresnedi, opened the farm to visitors in February 2018. The farm is home to thousands of sunflowers, which is a symbol of life and happiness. Aside from being a picturesque attraction, there is a meaningful cause behind the farm’s establishment. 



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Sunflower Maze (Tayug, Pangasinan)

The province’s Sunflower Maze is considered to be a pioneer landscape design in the Philippines. It is a creation of landscape designer Toni Rivera and sits in a 3- hectare property also called Tayug Eco Park.

Sunflower Maze

The giant maze is composed of about 8,000 large sunflower plants. The maze itself looks like a sunflower from above. The maze can accommodate 100 people at a given time.


There's probably more to see in the whole country. There are sunflower fields in the northern portion of Luzon Island, Cebu and even in Mindanao. For this list, I highlighted the ones near Metro Manila and where to find them:
  • Ayala Triangle Gardens (Makati)
  • Rainforest Park (Pasig)
  • UP Diliman (Quezon City)
  • Celossian Flower Farm (Baras, Rizal)
  • SunFlora Farm (Jalajala, Rizal)
  • Angel's Sunflower Field (Candelaria, Quezon)
  • Sunshine Farm (Tiaong, Quezon)
  • Sunflower Maze (Tayug, Pangasinan)

Do I miss something on the list? Let me know in the comments!



SUNFLOWERS IN PH: Where to Find Them (Metro Manila and Nearby Provinces)


SLEX Toll Road 4 (TR4) is a large-scale infrastructure project extending the South Luzon Expressway by 66.74 km from Santo Tomas, Batangas to Lucena City, Quezon. 



Designed as a four-lane toll road, it’s meant to ease congestion along the old Daang Maharlika (AH26) and cut travel time significantly—from 3–4 hours to approximately 45 minutes—1 hour.


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Route & Segmentation

The main alignment is divided into six construction packages:

  • TR4A: Santo Tomas → Makban (11.32 km)

  • TR4B: Makban → San Pablo (12.75 km)

  • TR4C: San Pablo → Tiaong (7.50 km)

  • TR4D: Tiaong → Candelaria (15 km)

  • TR4E: Candelaria → Tayabas (10.21 km)

  • TR4F: Tayabas → Lucena/Mayao (9.96 km)


It includes seven interchanges at Santo Tomas, Makban, San Pablo, Tiaong, Candelaria, Tayabas, and Lucena.




Project History & Timeline

Early planning dates back to early 2010s; construction officially began with a groundbreaking ceremony on March 26, 2019, by DPWH and SMC.

The project was initially set for completion in 2022 but faced delays due to right‑of‑way issues and pandemic disruptions.

As of January 2024, as-built progress varied per package: TR4A (~19%), TR4C (~62%), TR4D not yet started; overall right‑of‑way acquisition was ~93% complete.



Budget & Financing

Initial project estimates ranged from ₱13.1 billion to ₱26.1 billion, depending on the package.

SMC SLEX Inc. allocated:

  • ₱7.4 billion (2023) and ₱6.77 billion towards TR4 and SLEX widening.

  • Additional supplemental capex of ₱3.27 billion in 2024 — bringing total capex to ₱11.33 billion.

  • Plans to fully fund the ₱26.1 billion project by completion in 2026.




Construction & Current Status

Construction remains ongoing, with partial partial opening possible in 2025, while full operation is targeted for 2026—or possibly early 2027.

As of late 2024, some connected lanes along the existing SLEX are being widened to 6 lanes per direction, expected to complete by mid‑2025.

Supporting infrastructure, such as the Ayala Greenfield Interchange, began construction in October 2024, enhancing connectivity.


Strategic Importance

TR4 is a cornerstone of the national "Build, Build, Build" infrastructure initiative aimed at decongesting provincial roads and boosting regional mobility .

It's expected to reduce travel time from Sto. Tomas to Lucena from ~3 hours to ~45 minutes, transforming transportation for communities, tourism, and logistics.

It connects to upcoming SLEX TR5, which will extend further into the Bicol region, enhancing economic integration and trade routes.



Challenges & Concerns

Land acquisition hurdles delayed initial timelines—most right‑of‑way issues resolved by early 2024 .

Critics argue SLEX expansions—including TR4—are reactive, addressing traffic symptoms without fixing design flaws or flood resilience.

Drivers report pavement issues, poor signage, and RFID glitches on parts of the existing SLEX—a reminder of the need for quality controls as new sections come online.


Summary


SLEX TR4 represents one of the Philippines' most significant regional projects to date—promising transformative reductions in travel time, decongestion, and economic uplift for CALABARZON and beyond. Its success rests on timely completion, high-quality construction, and seamless integration with existing corridors. While minor challenges remain, the vision of a high-speed, efficient southern expressway is rapidly taking shape.


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What is QUEBEX?

The SLEX-TR5 project stretches the South Luzon Expressway (from Pagbilao, Quezon to Matnog, Sorsogon) is set to cut travel time from Manila to Bicol to merely four hours, it will be significant ease for commuters who usually spend 10 hours on the road.

The development and progress among regions in Southern Luzon is expected to be enhanced by a bill seeking to establish the Quezon-Bicol Expressway, which has already been endorsed for plenary approval.

The House Committees on Southern Tagalog Development chaired by Rep. Isidro S. Rodriguez Jr. (2nd District, Rizal) and on Appropriations chaired by Rep. Isidro T. Ungab (3rd District, Davao City) have both approved House Bill No. 6475 or the proposed “Quezon-Bicol Expressway Act” and have endorsed it for plenary passage.

The bill substituted HB 5623 authored by Rep. Scott Davies S. Lanete (3rd District, Masbate) and HB 3741 by Rep. Aleta C. Suarez (3rd District, Quezon).


It provides for the creation of the Quezon-Bicol Expressway (QuBEx) which shall be financed, constructed, operated and maintained by a grantee, offeror, consortium or proponent, under and by virtue of Republic Act No. 6957, as amended by R.A. 7718, otherwise known as the Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) Law.

The QuBEx shall link the province of Quezon with the Bicol Region starting from Malicboy, Quezon and terminating in Sorsogon.

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Engineering District concerned shall construct the connect road for the purpose of linking the terminus of the SLEX Toll Road 4 (TR4) in Lucena City and the entrance of the QuBEx in Malicboy.

The DPWH shall be the lead implementing agency of the Act. The amount necessary to defray the cost of undertaking and completing the feasibility study of the project and other activities relative thereto shall be included in the General Appropriations Act (GAA).

Lanete said the State has continuously failed to promote simultaneous development among the country’s regions as shown for example by the construction of expressways leading to Northern and Southern Luzon.

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Lanete said there are only two expressways leading to Southern Luzon, namely the South Luzon Expressway (SLEX) and the Star Tollway, and with these two combined lead up to Batangas only.
Whereas, Lanete said the Tarlac-Pangasinan-La Union Expressway (TPLEX), which opened in 2014, is the third expressway built connecting the country’s capital of Manila to the northern areas of Luzon.


Lanete, a vice chairman of the House Committees on Appropriations, on Poverty Alleviation, and on Public Order and Safety, said the TPLEX construction has brought immediate impact in the development of trade and tourism in Northern Luzon.

“It made Baguio City, a popular tourist destination, more accessible. In fact, travel time from Manila to Baguio City had been cut short from seven hours to less than five hours. Thus, Baguio City has experienced an exponential rise in the number of visiting tourists and consequently its revenues also increased significantly,” said Lanete.


Thus, compared to the expressways of Northern Luzon, which cover at least five provinces, it can be inferred that Southern Luzon has been spared from development according to Lanete.

“The promising tourist destinations located in the southern areas of Luzon have remained stagnant, untapped and under-appreciated due to difficulty in access. Along with the underdevelopment of these areas is the slow growth in terms of commerce,” he said.

To pursue optimum opportunity for development among the regions, the lawmaker said there is a need to give attention to Southern Luzon. “By constructing additional expressways that would make areas, as far as Sorsogon Province, more accessible by road, only one result will be achieved which is progress,” said Lanete.


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Lanete said through his proposal to create the Quezon-Bicol Expressway or QuBEx, the State will be fulfilling its responsibility in promoting optimum growth among the regions in Southern Luzon. “It is envisioned that there will be an improvement in the tourism industry which will translate to a developed and progressive citizenry,” said Lanete.

Meanwhile, Suarez’s proposal seeks to amend Presidential Decree No. 1894 which provides that the grantee of the franchise has the right and privilege to construct, maintain and operate the SLEX from Nichols, Pasay City to Lucena City.

“After almost 30 years from its enactment, there is a need to amend P.D. 1894 to respond to the changes of time. The proposed amendatory law will extend the SLEX from Lucena City to Malicboy, Quezon by an additional 21.96 kilometers,” said Suarez.


Suarez, a member of the Committees on Southern Tagalog Development, Appropriations, Reforestation, Health, and Accounts said the proposed extension of road network from Lucena City to Malicboy, Quezon aims to make travel to the Bicol Region faster and more convenient.

“It will decongest traffic within and around the area. As a result, it will improve the mobility of goods and products from Quezon Province and the Bicol Region. The faster and convenient travel would also translate to a growth of the tourism."

The project is part of the Luzon Spine Expressway Network.


UPDATE as of July 2020

The construction of SLEX-TR4, on the other hand, is still underway. It started in the first quarter of 2019, expected to be completed in 2022. The road stretches over 65 kilometers, starting from Sto. Tomas, Batangas and ending at Lucena City.

The development is composed of six packages, with kilometers of roads cutting across the towns of Makban and San Pablo in Laguna; and Tiaong, Candelaria, and Tayabas in Quezon. The four-lane expressway features seven interchanges. When completed, the toll road will take motorists from Batangas to Quezon in only an hour, a significant difference from the four-hour drive using Daang Maharlika.

Source: DPWH

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According to the latest bulletin report, PAGASA says super typhoon Karding is moving closer to northern Quezon-southern Aurora area.

Polillo Islands and extreme northern Quezon province now under Signal No. 5.


Here's the latest update from PAGASA:

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TROPICAL CYCLONE BULLETIN NO. 16

Super Typhoon "#KardingPH" (NORU)
Issued at 11:00 AM, 25 September 2022 
Valid for broadcast until the next bulletin at 2:00 PM today


SUPER TYPHOON “KARDING” INTENSIFIES FURTHER AS IT MOVES WESTWARD TOWARDS THE NORTHERN PORTION OF QUEZON – SOUTHERN PORTION OF AURORA


• Location of Center (10:00 AM)
The center of the eye of Super Typhoon KARDING was estimated based on all available data including those from Daet and Baler Doppler Weather Radars at 175 km East of Infanta, Quezon (15.0°N, 123.3°E)
• Intensity
Maximum sustained winds of 195 km/h near the center, gustiness of up to 240 km/h, and central pressure of 920 hPa
• Present Movement
Westward at 20 km/h
• Extent of Tropical Cyclone Winds
Strong to typhoon-force winds extend outwards up to 290 km from the center



TCWS No. 5
 > Wind threat: Typhoon-force winds
 > Warning lead time: 12 hours
 > Potential impacts of winds: Extreme threat to life and property

LUZON:
Polillo Islands and the extreme northern portion of Quezon (the northern and central portions of General Nakar, and the northeastern portion of Infanta)

• TCWS No. 4
 > Wind threat: Typhoon-force winds
 > Warning lead time: 12 hours
 > Potential impacts of winds: Significant to severe threat to life and property
 
LUZON:
Calaguas Islands, the southern portion of Aurora (San Luis, Dingalan, Baler, Maria Aurora), the northern portion of Quezon (the rest of General Nakar, the rest of Infanta, Real), the southeastern portion of Nueva Ecija (Gabaldon, General Tinio, City of Gapan, Peñaranda), the eastern and central portions of Bulacan (Doña Remedios Trinidad, Norzagaray, San Miguel, San Ildefonso, San Rafael, Angat, City of San Jose del Monte), the northeastern portion of Rizal (Rodriguez, City of Antipolo, Tanay, San Mateo, Baras), and the extreme northern portion of Laguna (Famy, Siniloan, Santa Maria, Pangil)
 
 • TCWS No. 3
 > Wind threat: Storm-force winds
 > Warning lead time: 18 hours
 > Potential impacts of winds: Moderate to significant threat to life and property

LUZON:
The central portion of Aurora (Dipaculao), the southeastern portion of Nueva Vizcaya (Alfonso Castaneda, Dupax del Sur, Dupax del Norte),  the rest of Nueva Ecija, Tarlac, the rest of Bulacan, Pampanga, Zambales, Bataan, Pangasinan, Metro Manila, the rest of Rizal, the northern and central portions of Laguna (Mabitac, Pakil, Paete, Kalayaan, Lumban, Cavinti, Pagsanjan, Luisiana, Majayjay, Magdalena, Santa Cruz, Pila, Liliw, Nagcarlan, Victoria, Rizal, City of San Pedro, City of Biñan, City of Santa Rosa, Cabuyao City, City of Calamba, Los Baños, Bay, Calauan), the northeasternn portion of Cavite (Bacoor City, Imus City, Kawit, City of Dasmariñas, Carmona, Gen. Mariano Alvarez, City of General Trias, Rosario, Silang), the rest of the northern portion of Quezon (Infanta, Real, General Nakar, Mauban), and the northern portion of Camarines Norte (Vinzons, Paracale, Jose Panganiban, Capalonga) 

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• TCWS No. 2
 > Wind threat: Gale-force winds
 > Warning lead time: 24 hours
 > Potential impacts of winds: Minor to moderate threat to life and property

LUZON:
The southern portion of Isabela (Dinapigue, San Guillermo, Echague, San Agustin, Jones), Quirino, the rest of Nueva Vizcaya, Benguet, La Union, the rest of Aurora, the rest of Cavite, Batangas, the rest of Laguna, the central portions of Quezon (Calauag, Perez, Alabat, Quezon, Tagkawayan, Guinayangan, Sampaloc, Lucban, City of Tayabas, Lucena City, Pagbilao, Padre Burgos, Atimonan, Agdangan, Unisan, Plaridel, Gumaca, Lopez, Pitogo, Dolores, Candelaria, Sariaya, Tiaong, San Antonio, Macalelon, General Luna, Catanauan, Buenavista), the rest of Camarines Norte, the northern portion of Camarines Sur (Del Gallego, Ragay, Lupi, Sipocot, Libmanan, Pamplona, Pasacao, San Fernando, Pili, Minalabac, Ocampo, Tigaon, Cabusao, Magarao, Gainza, Canaman, Camaligan, Milaor, Naga City, Bombon, Calabanga, Tinambac, Siruma, Goa, Lagonoy, San Jose, Garchitorena, Presentacion, Caramoan, Sagñay), and Catanduanes
 
 
 • TCWS No. 1
 > Wind threat: Strong winds
 > Warning lead time: 36 hours
 > Potential impacts of winds: Minimal to minor threat to life and property
 
LUZON:
The southern portion of Cagayan (Tuao, Solana, Enrile, Tuguegarao City, Iguig, Peñablanca), the rest of Isabela, the southern portion of Apayao (Conner), Kalinga, Abra, Mountain Province, Ifugao, the southern portion of Ilocos Norte (Nueva Era, Badoc, Pinili, Banna, City of Batac, Currimao, Paoay, Marcos), Ilocos Sur, the rest of Quezon, the northern portion of Occidental Mindoro (Abra de Ilog, Paluan, Mamburao, Santa Cruz) including Lubang Islands, the northern portion of Oriental Mindoro (Puerto Galera, San Teodoro, Baco, City of Calapan, Naujan, Victoria, Pola, Socorro, Pinamalayan), Marinduque, the rest of Camarines Sur, Albay, Sorsogon, Burias Island and Ticao Island



HAZARDS AFFECTING LAND AREAS


Heavy Rainfall
• This morning through early afternoon: Moderate to heavy rains over Isabela, Aurora, Quezon including Polillo Islands, Catanduanes, Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, and Isabela. Light to moderate with at times heavy rains over mainland Cagayan, Quirino, Nueva Vizcaya, Marinduque, Romblon, and the rest of Bicol Region. 
• This early afternoon through tomorrow early morning: Heavy to intense with at times torrential rains over Metro Manila, Zambales, Bataan, Tarlac, Pampanga, Nueva Ecija, Bulacan, Aurora, Rizal, and the northern portion of Quezon including Polillo Islands. Moderate to heavy with at times intense rains over Isabela, Nueva Vizcaya, Quirino, Benguet, Ifugao, Mountain Province, Pangasinan, Cavite, Laguna, the central portion of Quezon, and Camarines Norte. Light to moderate with at times heavy rains over Mindoro Provinces, Marinduque, and the rest of CALABARZON and Bicol Region.
• Tomorrow early morning through early afternoon: Heavy to intense with at times torrential rains over Zambales, Bataan, Pampanga, and Bulacan. Moderate to heavy with at times intense rains Metro Manila, Pangasinan, Cavite, Occidental Mindoro, and the rest of Central Luzon. Light to moderate with at times heavy rains over Mountain Province, Ifugao, Benguet, Quirino, Nueva Vizcaya, Oriental Mindoro, and the rest of CALABARZON.
• Under these conditions, scattered to widespread flooding and rain-induced landslides are expected, especially in areas that are highly or very highly susceptible to these hazard as identified in hazard maps and in localities with significant antecedent rainfall.
• Due to the Southwest Monsoon enhanced by KARDING, occasional to monsoon rains are also possible over Visayas and the rest of Southern Luzon, especially on their western sections. For more information, refer to the 24-Hour Public Weather Forecast issued at 4:00 AM today. Furthermore, the issuance of Weather Advisory for Southwest Monsoon is not ruled out.

Severe Winds
During the passage of KARDING, areas under Wind Signal No. 4 and No.5 will experience winds peaking at typhoon-force strength, while winds may reach storm-force in strength within any of the areas where Wind Signal No. 3 is hoisted. Gale-force conditions are likely any of the areas where Wind Signal no.2 is hoisted, while strong winds (strong breeze to near gale strength) will be experienced within any of the areas where Wind Signal No. 1 is currently in effect. 

Coastal Inundation
There is a high to very high risk of storm surge more than 3.0 m in height in the low-lying and exposed coastal areas of northern Quezon including Polillo Islands and Aurora. In addition, a moderate to high risk of storm surge is also possible over Camarines Norte, Pangasinan, Zambales, Bulacan, the northern portion of Metro Manila, the southern portion of La Union, and the rest of Quezon. The combined effects of storm surge and high waves breaking along the coast may cause life-threatening and damaging inundation or flooding. For more information, refer to Storm Surge Warning #2 issued at 11:00 AM today.

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HAZARDS AFFECTING COASTAL WATERS

• Under the influence of KARDING, a marine gale warning remains in effect over the eastern and western seaboards of Luzon. For more information, refer to Gale Warning #3 issued at 5:00 AM. 
• In the next 24 hours, KARDING and the enhanced Southwest Monsoon will also bring moderate to rough seas over the northern and western seaboards of Luzon that are not under any gale warning (1.5 to 3.5 m) and the western seaboard of Visayas (1.2 to 2.5 m). These conditions may be risky for those using small seacrafts. Mariners are advised to take precautionary measures when venturing out to sea and, if possible, avoid navigating in these conditions.

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TRACK AND INTENSITY OUTLOOK

• Super Typhoon KARDING is forecast to track generally westward in the next 6 to 12 hours, then west northwestward for the remainder of the day. On the forecast track, KARDING will likely make landfall in the vicinity of the northern portion of Quezon or the southern portion of Aurora tonight. The possibility of an earlier (afternoon) landfall or close approach in the vicinity of Polillo Islands is not ruled out. 
• For the remainder of this evening post-landfall through tomorrow early morning, KARDING will traverse the landmass of Central Luzon and emerge over the West Philippine Sea via the coastal waters of Zambales or Pangasinan. The typhoon will then continue tracking generally westward over the West Philippine Sea for the remainder of the forecast period.
• KARDING is forecast to continue intensifying and may make landfall at or near a peak intensity of 185-205 km/h. Frictional effects during landfall and traverse of the Luzon landmass will weaken KARDING throughout the evening through tomorrow early morning, although it is highly likely that this tropical cyclone will remain a typhoon while crossing the landmass. 


Considering these developments, the public and disaster risk reduction and management offices concerned are advised to take all necessary measures to protect life and property. Persons living in areas identified to be highly or very highly susceptible to these hazards are advised to follow evacuation and other instructions from local officials. For heavy rainfall warnings, thunderstorm/rainfall advisories, and other severe weather information specific to your area, please monitor products issued by your local PAGASA Regional Services Division.

The next tropical cyclone bulletin will be issued at 2:00 PM today.

Super Typhoon Karding puts Polillo Islands under Signal no. 5, Metro Manila under Signal no. 3

Community pantries have sprouted in the Philippines to help struggling Filipinos cope.

A lot community pantries have been spotted from different areas in Metro Manila, Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. (see photos on the last part of this article). 


The Maginhawa Community Pantry has been replicated in at least 40 other areas as other Good Samaritans were inspired to help people in need.
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The first known community pantry is located on Maginhawa Street in Quezon City, started by Ana Patricia Non.

In previous interviews, Non said she, too, was affected by the pandemic and wants to give back.


Inspired by the movement, more community pantries are being set up. Food and other items, also from donors, are available for free with the reminder to get just enough for one’s needs.


On Matiyaga Street in Quezon City, residents put up their own community pantry filled with vegetables given by farmers. Supplies ran out quickly as mothers, workers, and  drivers lined up for the goods.

Photo by Elijah San Fernando

The pantry is located at 34 Matiyaga in Barangay Pinyahan, near the Urology Center of the Philippines.

On P. Noval Street in Sampaloc, Manila, a table has been set up and filled rice, noodles, vegetables, and canned goods.

Photo by Toots Vergara

The pantry will be available from 10 am to 6 pm beside the Mang Tootz Food House.
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Meanwhile, labor group Defend Jobs Philippines put up a similar effort on Matimyas Street, also in Sampaloc.


Photo by Defend Jobs Philippines

In-kind donations may be dropped off at 2011 B Matimyas Street, while cash donations may be sent via GCash to 09155670410.

Outside Metro Manila, community groceries are also available at the Grove, Batong Malake in Los Baños, Laguna.

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Photo by Ja Abdel

It is open until 6 pm or until supplies last. In-kind donations such as fruits and vegetables are also welcome.

Since its launch on Wednesday, the Maginhawa Community Pantry has helped many people in need and brought out the bayanihan spirit in Filipinos.

Here are other community pantries in the Philippines.

Intramuros, Manila


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Brgy. Napindan, Taguig City

Photo by Vhon Quilao

Barangay Lumingon, Tiaong, Quezon

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Community pantries sprout all over the country after the viral one in Maginhawa

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