Manila, Philippines – Typhoon Man-Yi, the sixth major storm to hit the Philippines in a month, has claimed at least eight lives and caused widespread damage across the archipelago.
The powerful typhoon made landfall in the eastern province of Catanduanes on Saturday, bringing torrential rain and destructive winds that triggered landslides and floods. A family of seven, including a young child, perished in a landslide in Nueva Vizcaya, while a 72-year-old man was killed in a storm-related accident in Camarines Norte.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. expressed condolences for the loss of life and vowed to continue relief and rescue efforts in affected areas. The Philippines, situated in the Pacific typhoon belt, is frequently battered by tropical storms and typhoons, which often cause significant damage to infrastructure and agriculture.
As Man-Yi weakened and exited the Philippine landmass, it moved towards Vietnam, posing a potential threat to the Southeast Asian nation. In the Philippines, the typhoon's impact was particularly severe in rice-producing regions like Nueva Ecija, where farmland and villages were inundated, causing significant economic losses for farmers.
The international community has extended support to the Philippines in its disaster response efforts. US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin announced additional humanitarian aid and authorized US forces to assist in relief operations.
The Philippines continues to grapple with the aftermath of Typhoon Man-Yi, as well as the earlier storms that devastated parts of the country. The government and international aid agencies are working together to provide relief and rehabilitation assistance to the affected communities.
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