Introduction
Two major tropical systems are forcing wide preparations on September 24, 2025: Hurricane Gabrielle in the Atlantic basin and Super Typhoon Ragasa approaching parts of East and Southeast Asia.
Both storms are being tracked by official agencies — the U.S. National Hurricane Center (NHC) for Gabrielle and regional agencies and news outlets for Ragasa — so follow local emergency services and weather authorities for the latest alerts.
Quick summary
- Hurricane Gabrielle (Atlantic) — a strong system with sustained winds reported near 220 km/h (140 mph) as of the NHC advisory on Sep 24. Gabrielle’s forecast track shows it moving northeast over cooler waters; coastal areas in the western Atlantic should monitor NHC advisories for wind-probability maps and marine warnings.
- Super Typhoon Ragasa (Western Pacific / South China Sea) — regional reporting says Ragasa is a powerful storm approaching southern China, Taiwan and parts of the Philippines and Hong Kong. Authorities have ordered large evacuations and flight suspensions in affected zones; follow local civil-defence pages for evacuation and shelter directions.
Why this matters
Both storms can produce life-threatening winds, heavy rainfall, coastal storm surge, flooding and dangerous marine conditions. Even if your area is outside the direct landfall zone, expect travel disruption, power outages and flash flooding in nearby regions. Use official pages to confirm watches and warnings for your city or county.
Official sources to follow right now
- NHC (National Hurricane Center) — forecast advisories, wind-probability maps and storm surge guidance for Gabrielle. Check the NHC public advisories and local NWS office pages for watches/warnings.
- Local meteorological agencies (China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Philippines) — for Ragasa updates, evacuation orders and transport notices. Regional newsrooms are reporting large-scale evacuations and airport closures; use official government and national meteorological sites for instructions.
- WMO / Severe Weather Information Centre — international warning aggregation and guidance for high-impact weather.
Short safety checklist (do these now if you are in an affected area)
- Follow official local warnings — if authorities order evacuation, leave immediately to designated shelters. Don’t wait.
- Prepare an emergency kit (72 hours): water (3L per person/day), non-perishable food, flashlight, batteries, phone power bank, basic medicines, copies of important documents.
- Secure your home: clear gutters, secure loose outdoor items, board windows if advised, and unplug small appliances to avoid surge damage.
- Check evacuation routes and shelter locations — local government pages and emergency services publish them. Plan transport and a meeting point for family.
- Avoid flooded roads and coastlines — moving water is deadly. If driving, turn around — don’t drown. For coastal areas, heed storm-surge warnings.
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Travel and utilities: what to expect
- Flights and ferries: Expect cancellations and airport closures in the typhoon path; airlines and ports will post advisories. Emirates and some regional carriers have already adjusted routes near Ragasa. If you have travel planned, contact your carrier.
- Power & comms: High winds and falling trees often cause outages. Keep devices charged and have a battery lantern ready. Utility crews often prioritize hospitals and emergency services first.
What forecasters are watching next
- For Gabrielle, meteorologists are watching wind speeds and the northeast track toward cooler waters; NHC wind-probability and advisory updates are the authoritative source.
- For Ragasa, authorities are watching landfall timing and storm surge in southern China and Hong Kong; evacuation and port closure news will update rapidly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I get the latest official hurricane or typhoon warnings?
Use the NHC website for Atlantic storms and your national meteorological agency (China Meteorological Administration, Hong Kong Observatory, PAGASA, etc.) for Pacific/Asian storms. International alerts appear at the WMO Severe Weather Information Centre.
Should I evacuate now?
Only evacuate if local authorities order it. If you are in a mandatory evacuation zone, leave immediately and follow official routes. If not ordered to evacuate, prepare to shelter in place and secure your home.
Are flights and ferries running?
Many carriers suspend services near major storms. Check your airline and port authority for cancellations; expect more disruption as the storm approaches.
Writer though and note
I wrote this from official weather agencies and recent news coverage. For safety, follow the National Hurricane Center (Atlantic) or your national meteorological office (Asia) and local emergency services for real-time instructions. I’ll update this post as agencies release new advisories.