Super Man-yi Typhoon Threatens Philippines, Thousands Of Residents Evacuated

A resident crossed the flood in Quezon City, Philippines, on July 24, 2024. (ANTARA/Xinhua/Rouelle Umali)

JAKARTA - Hundreds of thousands of residents in coastal areas and flood-prone areas in the Philippines have been evacuated to safe locations as the country prepares for a super typhoon named Man-yi.

Typhoon Man-yi, which carries winds at a maximum speed of up to 195 kilometers per hour and gusts reaching 240 kilometers per hour, reportedly landed in Catandunes, Bicol area, Luzon, on Saturday (16/11) night.

In a newsletter update at 20.00 local time, the Philippine meteorological agency stated that the typhoon "continues to pose serious threats with potential major damage and risks to life safety in the northeastern region of Bicol." It is estimated that Man-yi will move towards the South China Sea on Sunday (17/11) night or Monday (18/11) morning.

"A storm wave as high as more than 3 meters that has the potential to endanger lives is expected to occur in the next 48 hours, particularly in vulnerable lowlands or coastal areas," the agency warned. The areas predicted to be affected include Metro Manila, Central Luzon, and a number of other locations.

Typhoon Man-yi has also approached an area previously hit by five typhoons in a row since late October. This condition has exacerbated the situation in the region.

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Government data shows more than 160 people have lost their lives due to floods and landslides triggered by extreme weather, while about 30 others have yet to be found.

Prolonged heavy rains forced millions of residents to flee, with many agricultural land and infrastructure severely damaged. Several provinces have even declared disaster status due to widespread losses.

Typhoon Man-yi, locally known as Pepito, is the 16th tropical typhoon to hit the Philippines since the start of this year.

Every year, an average of 20 typhoons hit the country, often carrying heavy rains, strong winds, and triggering dangerous landslides.