‘Ambo’ is now a tropical storm – Pagasa – The Manila Times

[ad_1] “AMBO” (international name: Vongfong) strengthened and intensified in a tropical storm late Tuesday night, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said. Starting at 11 p.m., Pagasa last saw the tropical storm 455 kilometers east-northeast of the city of Surigao or 400 kms east of Guian, Eastern …

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Philippines prepares for severe tropical storm

[ad_1] A rare summer, the tropical depression threatens the main Philippine islands. Image credit: Pagasa / Twitter A rare severe summer tropical storm (STS) threatens eastern Philippines, as well as the main island where Manila is located. Pagasa, the Philippine meteorological agency, advised residents to take precautionary measures against the …

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Break the Ramadan fast in quarantine

[ad_1] For many Muslim families, Ramadan is one of the most social months of the year. In the United States, mosques offer hearty meals, either served by local restaurants or prepared by members of the community. In households, extended families come together (grandparents, grandchildren, aunts, and cousins) and add all …

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