Philippines Floods
Manila: At least 14 people were killed on Tuesday in floods and landslides triggered by a powerful typhoon in the northern Philippines, disaster response officials said. Tropical Storm Yagi hit the South China Sea near Paoay town in Ilocos Norte province at 75 kph and gusts up to 125 kph, according to the weather bureau. Yagi is expected to intensify into a typhoon as it moves northwest across the sea toward southern China.
People were advised to be cautious
Typhoon warnings have been issued for most provinces in the northern Philippines. People have been warned of the risk of landslides in rain-swept mountain villages and flooding in low-lying areas of Luzon, the country’s most populous region. Typhoon Yagi, known locally as Enteng, has intensified monsoon rains in the Philippines. Schools and government offices remained closed on Tuesday due to torrential rains in densely populated Manila and Luzon.
Philippines Flood
Thousands of passengers stranded at ports and airports
Antipolo disaster mitigation officer Enrito Bernardo Jr. said at least 14 people were killed in landslides, floods and swollen rivers in northern and central provinces. Bernardo said four villagers were reported missing as floods swept away several houses. Thousands of passengers were stranded at ports and airports on Monday due to the ban on sea travel and cancellation of 34 flights in view of the storm. (Language)
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