Philippines begins cleanup as Typhoon Kalmaegi death toll hits 85
Summary
Residents in the central Philippines have started cleaning up after Typhoon Kalmaegi hit the region. The storm caused at least 85 deaths, left many missing, and destroyed homes and infrastructure. More than 200,000 people evacuated, and the storm is now moving toward Vietnam.Key Facts
- Typhoon Kalmaegi killed at least 85 people in the Philippines.
- Among the dead were six military personnel whose helicopter crashed during a mission.
- The storm left at least 75 people missing and injured 17.
- Cebu province was particularly hard hit, with homes and shops destroyed.
- A river in Cebu overflowed, causing severe flooding.
- The area received 183mm of rain in 24 hours, significantly more than its monthly average.
- Over 200,000 people were evacuated in the region.
- The typhoon has moved into the South China Sea and is expected to strengthen as it heads toward Vietnam.
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