Tropical cyclone Kristine (international name: Trami) has developed into a severe tropical storm ahead of its expected landfall over Isabela, the state weather bureau PAGASA said in its 5 p.m. Wednesday bulletin.

Kristine” has intensified into a severe tropical storm and is forecast to further intensity until it makes landfall Thursday night or Friday morning, the weather bureau said. In its 5 a.m. advisory Wednesday,

Severe Tropical Storm Kristine (international name: Trami) maintained its strength as it approached the coastal waters of Isabela, the state weather bureau reported Wednesday evening. In its 8 p.m. update,

Signal No. 3 has been raised in more areas in Luzon as Severe Tropical Storm Kristine (international name: Trami) is set to make landfall over the province of Isabela, PAGASA said late Wednesday evening.