Tropical storm "Mario" has gained strength and is expected to make landfall in Northern Luzon by Friday afternoon, according to Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).

In an interview, PAGASA weather forecaster Meno Mendoza said that as of 6 a.m. Friday "Mario" was spotted at 190 km east of Casiguran, Aurora.

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