Heads up, everyone! 🌪️ Typhoon Fung-wong is barreling toward Luzon with sustained winds of 140 kph and gusts hitting 170 kph. That’s super typhoon level, meaning heavy damage risk and wrenching winds you don’t want to mess with.
The storm’s massive footprint could cover almost the entire Philippines—as government meteorologist Benison Estareja warned, we’re looking at 200+ mm of rain (think 8 inches) that can trigger flash floods and overflow rivers. 🌊
On Catanduanes island, locals are tying down roofs old-school style with big ropes and weights—proof that tradition meets resilience in the face of Mother Nature. Meanwhile, in Aurora province, rescuers are going door to door, urging people to move to higher ground.
Search and rescue teams from earlier Typhoon Kalmaegi operations have been paused to keep crews safe. With Kalmaegi already claiming 204 lives and leaving many missing, authorities don’t want a repeat. 🚑
If you’re in the storm’s path:
- Follow official updates on your phone—weather apps and local news stations are your best friends right now.
- Charge your power banks and keep emergency kits (water, snacks, meds) within reach.
- Plan your evacuation route in advance—know the nearest shelter or high ground.
Stay connected, look out for each other, and take this storm seriously. Let’s keep our communities safe and weather this out together. 💪
Reference(s):
Philippines halts search for typhoon dead as huge new storm nears
cgtn.com
