November 18, 2024 WPS Incident Report

Baybay City, Leyte, Philippines — On November 18, 2024, the primary event in the West Philippine Sea was the passage of Super Typhoon Pepito. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) closely monitored the typhoon’s track and intensity, issuing warnings and advisories to affected areas. The typhoon brought heavy rainfall, strong winds, and significant waves to parts of the Philippines, leading to disruptions in transportation, power outages, and evacuations.

Aside from the weather event, there were no reported incidents or confrontations involving vessels or personnel from different countries in the West Philippine Sea on November 18, 2024.