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"Mass Evacuations in Philippines as Typhoon Threatens East-Central Region"
As Typhoon Kalmaegi approaches the Philippines, officials have ordered mass evacuations in Eastern Samar, warning of severe storm surges and heavy rainfall threats.
- Philippine authorities ordered tens of thousands to evacuate from the provinces of the Philippines, particularly from Guiuan in Eastern Samar, as Typhoon Kalmaegi nears landfall.
- Typhoon Kalmaegi, located approximately 235 kilometers east of Guiuan, has maximum sustained winds reaching up to 10 meters per second, posing a significant threat to the region.
- Officials cautioned that storm surge heights could reach 3 meters (nearly 10 feet), increasing the risk of flooding and damage along the eastern coastline of the Philippines.
Why It Matters
The impending threat of Typhoon Kalmaegi highlights the vulnerability of the Philippines to natural disasters, emphasizing the need for effective disaster preparedness and response strategies in a climate-affected region.