MANILA, Nov. 24 -- The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) on Monday announced the temporary suspension of sea travels in Masbate and Sorsogon due to Tropical Depression (TD) Verbena.

In a situation report, the PCG said all voyages of vessels and watercraft within the areas of responsibility of PCG stations Masbate and Sorsogon going to Surigao del Norte are covered by the suspension.

The suspension is in response to Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal (TCWS) No. 1 being raised over mainland Masbate and Surigao del Norte by the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).

"This directive is due to the hoisting of TCWS no. 1 for TD Verbena and the possible effects of inclement weather due to shearline affecti...