MANILA: At least eight people have been reported dead and three others injured following the landfall of Typhoon Man-yi in the Philippines over the weekend, according to local authorities. The powerful storm impacted the country beginning on the night of November 16, causing widespread destruction.

According to Lao News Agency, Typhoon Man-yi initially struck Catanduanes Island before moving on to Luzon Island on November 17. The typhoon brought with it severe flooding and landslides, leaving a trail of devastation. In response to the disaster, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has assured the public of ongoing rescue operations in the affected isolated areas. He also committed to providing aid for displaced residents who are currently facing challenges such as lack of food preparation tools and access to clean water.

The impact of the typhoon was particularly severe in Catanduanes, where officials have warned that power outages could persist for months due to the significant damage sustained by utility poles.
In the coastal city of Baler, located in Aurora province, both local authorities and residents are actively engaged in clearing fallen trees, debris, and unblocking roads and waterways to restore normalcy.

As Typhoon Man-yi traversed the mountainous region of Luzon, it weakened considerably and transitioned into a tropical depression. On November 18, the storm moved across the East Sea, heading towards Vietnam.

Over recent weeks, the Philippines has been battered by five typhoons, resulting in at least 163 fatalities, displacing thousands, and causing extensive damage to crops and livestock. In light of the destruction, several provinces have declared states of calamity, underscoring the severe impact of these natural disasters.