Deadly Storm Moves Toward Vietnam After Causing at Least 114 Deaths in Philippines
Prior to making landfall in Vietnam, Kalmaegi left a trail of devastation in the Philippines - and at least 114 people dead.
Filipino President Ferdinand Marcos Jr has proclaimed a state of calamity - which is triggered by numerous deaths, widespread structural damage, and disruption to means of livelihoods and everyday existence for residents of impacted regions.
The typhoon, known locally as Tino, ripped through the densely inhabited island of Cebu, inundating whole settlements and washing automobiles along avenues.
Many thousands of people had to be relocated, with many taking refuge in temporary accommodations.
Emergency Relief Operations Underway
Rescue teams have started operations while affected citizens seek shelter in designated safe areas.
The scale of this catastrophe has prompted massive rescue operations throughout the impacted areas.
Visual Documentation of the Destruction
Emergency responders could be seen working on retrieving a casualty at a mudslide area in Cebu City.
The severe weather has displaced in excess of 400k people in the Philippines.
Streets are coated with mud and images show piles of cars spread over the damaged regions.
- Widespread displacement operations persist while the storm approaches the coastline
- Relief centers are working at peak capacity across multiple regions
- Global assistance is being prepared to assist the affected communities
