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Super typhoon Egay caused minor damage to some airports in Northern Luzon
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Operations at Laoag International Airport and Tuguegarao Airport were halted
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No damage was reported in Baguio Airport, Rosales Airport, and San Fernando Tower Facility
Super typhoon Egay caused minor damage to some airports in Northern Luzon, the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) reported on Wednesday (July 26).
Operations at Laoag International Airport and Tuguegarao Airport were halted due to bad weather.
Operations at Laoag may be resumed in the afternoon, weather permitting, CAAP said in a situation report. The international pre-departure area will temporarily be used as domestic pre-departure area, with the latter’s ceiling and doors needing repairs.
Tuguegarao Airport’s electricity is down. Minor flooding at the airport’s taxiway has been reported but no major damage observed.
Heavy rainfall flooded Lingayen Airport’s ramp. “Part of the roof (fascia board) of the airport’s fire station was also damaged due to strong winds,” according to CAAP.
Vigan Airport incurred minimal damage while Baguio Airport, Rosales Airport, and San Fernando Tower Facility reported none.
Basco Airport, Iba Airport, Cauayan Airport, and Palanan Airport continue to experience strong winds and rain. “The airports reported no damage to their facilities, and commercial electricity remains available,” CAAP said.
San Jose Airport’s Cebgo flights to and from Manila have been cancelled, affecting a total of 155 passengers.
Egay was moving northwestward, albeit at a slower pace, as it passed over Dalupiri Island in Cagayan, the state weather bureau PAGASA said in a 2 pm bulletin on Wednesday.
“CAAP reminds passengers to prioritize their safety and cooperate with airport and airline authorities during this weather disturbance. Travelers are advised to contact their respective airlines for any changes to their flight schedules, alternative arrangements, or further information,” it said.
“CAAP Area Center personnel and airport managers are closely monitoring the situation and are advised to provide timely updates as necessary,” it added.
