HOW TYPHOONS FORM A typhoon forms when winds blow into areas of the ocean where the water is warm. These winds collect moisture and rise, while colder air moves in beneath them. This difference in temperature creates pressure, which causes the winds to move rapidly. As the system intensifies, the winds begin to rotate or spin around a calm center known as the eye. This powerful spiral of wind and rain can lead to devastating storms when it makes landfall. Watch, learn, and share the science behi

Tracking Typhoon Uwan, also known internationally as Fung-Wong, as it nears landfall in the Philippines. We’re now starting to see rapid intensification just east of Luzon — the storm’s inner core is tightening, the eye is organizing, and the system has that classic “buzz saw” look on satellite imagery. Even this Saturday, the outer rainbands are already sweeping across the eastern Philippines, with winds picking up along the coast from Bicol to Northern Samar. PAGASA has Signal No. 1 warnings p