The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said on Friday, Nov. 15 that Severe Tropical Storm “Pepito” (international name: Man-yi) has intensified into a typhoon, while Typhoon “Ofel” (international name: Usagi) has weakened into a severe tropical storm on Friday, Nov. 15.
In its 11 a.m. bulletin, PAGASA said Typhoon Pepito is undergoing rapid intensification, and now has maximum sustained winds of 130 kilometers per hour (kph) near its center and gusts reaching 160 kph.
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