Legazpi: Airports in the Bicol Region, including Legazpi, Naga, Virac, and Masbate, are fully operational and making necessary preparations for Tropical Depression Crising, the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) announced on Thursday. The announcement comes as the cyclone continues its north-northwestward movement over the sea east of Catanduanes, based on the weather bureau's 11 a.m. update.

According to Philippines News Agency, CAAP reported that two flights (DG 6171/6172) between Clark and Masbate were canceled, impacting 109 passengers. Additionally, CAAP stated that all 44 commercial airports it operates are on heightened alert.

Area and airport managers in regions that could potentially be affected have been instructed to activate their respective airport emergency plans without delay. CAAP emphasized the importance of maintaining close coordination with local disaster risk reduction and management councils, airline operators, and other airport stakeholders to ensure passenger safety, secure facilities, and uphold continuous operational readiness.