The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) has mobilized its national headquarters, regional chapters, and volunteer networks in preparation for the approach of Typhoon Uwan.

To brace for the storm, the PRC initiated a full-scale readiness operation nationwide. Chapters have been conducting inventory checks of rescue equipment, vehicles, and supplies; holding coordination and pre-disaster meetings; and placing RC143 volunteers on standby for possible deployment.

Relief goods, rescue assets, and welfare trucks are being prepositioned in vulnerable provinces, while response teams remain on alert for potential evacuations and emergency assistance.

“Even as our teams continue to serve communities affected by Typhoon Tino, we are already mobilizing for Typhoon Uwan. Everyone in the Philippine Red Cross recognizes that helping humanity could be a challenging line of work, but we do it anyway because it’s the right thing to do,” said PRC Chairman and CEO Richard Gordon.

The PRC also urged the public to remain vigilant, monitor official weather advisories, and follow evacuation guidance from local authorities.

According to PAGASA, Typhoon Uwan entered the Philippine Area of Responsibility on Friday night. The storm currently packs maximum sustained winds of about 140 kph near the center, with gusts up to 170 kph, and may rapidly intensify into a typhoon within 24 hours — possibly reaching super typhoon strength by Sunday.

Landfall is projected over the southern part of Isabela or the northern part of Aurora late Sunday or early Monday, potentially at or near peak intensity.

Heavy to torrential rainfall, destructive winds, and storm surges may affect provinces across Northern and Central Luzon, with impacts possibly extending to the Bicol Region, Eastern Visayas, and parts of Mindanao. Residents in low-lying and coastal areas are advised to prepare for flooding and dangerous sea conditions.