MANILA — The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) is urging all local government units (LGUs) in high-risk areas to carry out pre-emptive or mandatory evacuations as Typhoon Tino intensifies, following orders from President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.

According to PAGASA, Severe Tropical Storm Tino strengthened into a typhoon on Monday morning, prompting the raising of Tropical Cyclone Wind Signals across the Visayas and parts of southern Luzon and northern Mindanao. A persisting shearline continues to bring moderate to heavy rains in several areas in Luzon.

In an advisory, the DILG instructed LGUs, particularly in vulnerable areas, to ensure minimum critical preparedness actions are in place, including the evacuation of residents not later than Monday. LGUs are also reminded to monitor PAGASA updates, disseminate timely alerts using all available platforms, and coordinate with upstream and downstream counterparts along shared river systems for early flood warnings.

The DILG also called on Local Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Councils to convene Pre-Disaster Risk Assessment (PDRA) meetings, monitor river levels, and enforce a no-sailing policy when gale warnings are in effect.

LGUs affected by recent strong earthquakes, particularly in northern Cebu and the Davao Region, are warned of compounded hazards, including heightened risks of sinkholes and landslides due to saturated grounds.

According to PAGASA’s Tropical Cyclone Bulletin issued at 2:00 PM, Tino is forecast to make landfall tonight or early Tuesday over southern Eastern Samar, Leyte, Southern Leyte, or Dinagat Islands, maintaining typhoon strength throughout its passage.

The DILG reminded all LGUs to remain alert, follow official advisories, and prioritize the safety and welfare of their constituents.