Storm Cempaka retains strength ahead of PAR entry

Inquirer.net - Nov 8, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — Severe Tropical Storm Cempaka maintained its strength on Sunday morning ahead of its expected entry into the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR), when it will be given the local name Samuel, according to the weather bureau. In its 11 a.m. bulletin, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said Cempaka

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