Manila, Oct. 1 -- Tropical cyclone wind signal No. 1 is hoisted in parts of Catanduanes as Tropical Depression Paolo intensified, the weather bureau said in its 5 p.m. bulletin on Wednesday.

These areas, where strong winds will be experienced, include the towns of Pandan, Bagamanoc, Panganiban, and Viga.

Paolo packs maximum sustained winds of 55 km. per hour (kph) near the center and gustiness of up to 70 kph.

It was located 665 km. east of Virac, Catanduanes as of 4 p.m.

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said there is a moderate to high risk of life-threatening storm surge with peak heights reaching 1 to 2 meters within 48 hours over the low-lying or exposed coastal localities o...