India, Sept. 23 -- Government agencies in the Bicol Region have begun preparations for the potential impact of a weather disturbance expected to enter the country this week, to be named "Opong."

Commodore Ivan Roldan, commander of the Philippine Coast Guard District Bicol, said stations and sub-stations are on heightened alert, with personnel and resources on standby.

"As part of our proactive measures, we have activated Disaster Response Groups (DRGs), intensified monitoring of all ports, and are closely coordinating with local government units, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration, and other relevant agencies," he said.

Roldan said 10 land and 15 floating assets are strategically positioned...