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Philippines Brace for Super Typhoon Kong-Rey After Devastating Trami

As the nation recovers from the deadly storm Trami, the approaching typhoon Kong-Rey threatens further destruction.

  • Typhoon Kong-Rey, also known locally as Leon, may escalate to a super typhoon as it nears the northern province of Batanes.
  • The recent storm Trami resulted in at least 125 fatalities and displaced 935,000 people, primarily affecting the main island of Luzon.
  • Emergency services continue to search for 28 missing individuals while addressing the severe damage inflicted by Trami.
  • Local authorities have preemptively suspended school activities and evacuated residents in high-risk areas ahead of Kong-Rey's arrival.
  • Humanitarian organizations warn of increased health risks due to damaged infrastructure and overcrowded evacuation centers.
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