Powerful Typhoon Approaches Vietnam Following Causing at Least 114 Fatalities in Philippines
Before striking in Vietnam, the storm system caused widespread destruction in the Philippines - and at least 114 lives lost.
Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr has declared a state of calamity - which is triggered by significant loss of life, extensive property destruction, and halt to economic activities and everyday existence for residents of impacted regions.
The typhoon, referred to locally as Tino, devastated the densely inhabited island of Cebu, submerging entire towns and carrying vehicles down roads.
Tens of thousands of people had to be relocated, while some are sheltering in temporary accommodations.
Rescue Relief Operations Underway
Rescue teams have started operations as affected citizens seek shelter in temporary housing.
The extent of this disaster has prompted massive rescue operations in the impacted areas.
Visual Documentation of Damage
Disaster teams could be seen working on retrieving a victim at a landslide location in Cebu City.
Kalmaegi has made homeless in excess of 400k people in the Philippines.
Streets are coated with mud and images show piles of cars spread over the affected areas.
- Mass evacuation operations persist while the storm nears Vietnamese territory
- Relief centers are functioning at full capacity throughout multiple regions
- Worldwide support is being mobilized to help the devastated areas
