Deadly Typhoon Moves Toward Vietnam Following Resulting in a Minimum of 114 Fatalities in Philippines
Prior to striking in Vietnam, the storm system left a trail of devastation in the Philippines - and at least 114 people dead.
Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr has proclaimed a state of calamity - which is triggered by significant loss of life, major damage to property, and halt to economic activities and everyday existence for residents of impacted regions.
This powerful storm, known locally as Tino, tore through the heavily populated island of Cebu, flooding complete communities and sweeping cars through the streets.
Tens of thousands of people were forced to evacuate, while some are sheltering in designated safe zones.
Rescue Recovery Activities In Progress
Disaster personnel have begun work as displaced Filipinos seek shelter in emergency centers.
The scale of this calamity has resulted in extensive rescue operations in the impacted areas.
Image Evidence of Devastation
Disaster teams were captured attempting to recover a casualty at a landslide location in Cebu City.
Kalmaegi has forced the relocation of more than 400,000 people in the Philippines.
Thoroughfares are blanketed with debris and pictures display stacks of vehicles spread over the impacted zones.
- Large-scale relocation efforts continue as the typhoon nears Vietnamese territory
- Temporary housing are working at full capacity in different zones
- Worldwide support is being mobilized to support the devastated areas
