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Typhoon Kalmaegi Leaves At Least 52 Dead in the Philippines After Cebu Flooding

Authorities now count 52 dead after catastrophic flooding in Cebu, with 387,000 people evacuated nationwide.

Overview

  • The latest government tally lists 52 fatalities and 13 missing, with most deaths in Cebu following sudden, extensive flooding.
  • Kalmaegi crossed the central Visayas and was last tracked near Palawan, weakening as it moves toward the South China Sea.
  • Rescuers reported residents stranded on rooftops and vehicles swept away in Cebu, with the Philippine Red Cross delaying some operations until waters receded.
  • A Philippine Air Force Super Huey crashed during a relief mission in Agusan del Sur, killing all six crew members, according to military officials.
  • Disruptions include barred ferry operations that stranded over 3,500 travelers, at least 186 domestic flight cancellations, widespread power outages, and storm-surge warnings up to three meters.