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PAGASA Signal No. 3
Typhoon Kiyapo: Signal No. 3 Raised, Safety Guide and What To Do
Updated 2026-07-23 · Source: pagasa
Kiyapo is affecting Pilipinas with Signal No. 3 raised per pagasa. Secure your home, prepare a go-bag, and follow your LGU's evacuation orders rather than waiting to judge conditions yourself. When a typhoon approaches, taking timely actions can protect lives and property. Follow the recommended steps before, during, and after the storm to stay safe.
StormKiyapo
Highest signalSignal No. 3
SeverityCritical
AreasPilipinas
Verified bypagasa
What should you do before a storm?
- Secure loose items such as garden furniture, tools, and trash bins.
- Charge mobile phones, power banks, and other essential devices.
- Prepare an emergency kit with drinking water, non‑perishable food, medicines, and important documents.
- Monitor official weather updates through radio, TV, or authorized online sources.
- Identify the nearest evacuation center and plan your route.
What should you do during a storm?
- Stay indoors and keep away from windows, glass doors, and exterior walls.
- Turn off lights and unplug electrical appliances to prevent electrical hazards.
- Listen continuously to official bulletins for real‑time instructions.
- If ordered to evacuate, proceed calmly to the designated shelter without delay.
- Use flashlights or battery‑powered lanterns; avoid open flames such as candles.
What should you do after a storm?
- Inspect your home for structural damage before re‑entering; watch for fallen power lines.
- Avoid standing or walking in floodwater; report any hazards to local authorities.
- Document damage with photos or videos for possible assistance claims.
- Continue to follow updates from PAGASA and NDRRMC for post‑storm advisories.
Frequently asked questions
What should I do if the electricity goes out during the typhoon?
Use flashlights or battery‑powered lights, keep refrigerator doors closed, and avoid using generators indoors.
How can I protect my family's health during a typhoon?
Stay hydrated, eat stored food safely, keep medications accessible, and maintain good hygiene to prevent illness.
Where can I find information about the nearest evacuation center?
Check official announcements from local government units, PAGASA, or NDRRMC through radio, TV, or verified online platforms.
When is it too late to evacuate?
Once winds are strong or roads are flooding, moving becomes more dangerous than sheltering. Leave while conditions still allow it, and follow your LGU's evacuation orders rather than waiting to judge the weather yourself.
Is floodwater safe to walk through?
No. Even shallow moving water can knock you off your feet, and floodwater hides open drains, debris and live electrical hazards. It also carries contamination that causes leptospirosis.
What should I do about power and appliances?
Switch off the main breaker if flooding is likely, and unplug appliances. Do not touch electrical equipment while standing in water.
Sa Tagalog: Laging manatiling ligtas sa pamamagitan ng pag-secure ng mga bagay, pag-monitor ng balita, at paglikas sa tamang silungan. Pagkatapos ng bagyo, inspeksyunin ang bahay, iwasan ang baha, at sundan ang opisyal na payo.
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Safety guidance follows standard PAGASA and NDRRMC advice. Always follow the official advisories of PAGASA and your local government unit. Emergency hotline: 911.