Space-id. A massive hurricane named Fungwong has hit the northern Philippines on Sunday night, causing at least two people to die and more than a million residents to be evacuated to safety. Sky News + 3Reuben + 3AP News + 3
Attack Impact and Location
The typhoon known locally as "Uwan" landed in the town of Dinghold, Aurora Province, and hit the island of Luzon with heavy rain, strong winds, and high coastal waves. Reuben + 1
In the city of Santiago, the state of Isabela, many houses were broken down, the electric poles collapsed, and the trees fell down from the blast of the wind. Reuben + 1
Souls and evacuations.
According to the initial reports from the civil defense office, two people died and two others were injured. Reuben + 1
Mass evacuation started before the typhoon landed. — Over a million citizens have been moved from flood-prone areas and landslides. The Guardian + 1
After Landfall Condition
Some districts are becoming inaccessible due to landslides and road infrastructure damage. Vice Governor Aurora, Patrick Angara, states that operation damage assessment and cleaning is underway. Reuben
Local meteorology agencies warn that although the center of the storm has moved to the South China Sea, heavy rain and high winds are still potentially occurring in many areas. Reuben + 1
More Large Background and Situation
The Fung-wong typhoon was the 21st storm that took place in the Philippines this year, coming shortly after Typhoon Kalmaegi which killed at least 224 people. The News International + 1
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has declared a national emergency to hasten the response to this disaster. AP News + 1
Defense officials warn that up to 30 million people could be at risk, if the typhoon is out of control. Sky News + 1
Conclusion
The Fungwong Cupan came in full force to the northern Philippines, forcing a wide evacuation and causing significant damage. Although the casualties have been reported so little, the potential long-term impact of extreme rain and coastal waves are still very high. — Especially in vulnerable islands. Rescue efforts and recovery have begun, but challenges like limited access and weather conditions are still impeding.
