Tag: Evacuation
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Over 4,000 Families Evacuated in Cagayan Due to Series of Typhoons
In Tuguegarao City, the impact of successive typhoons has led to the evacuation of more than 4,400 families from the Cagayan Region since late September. The initial typhoon, named Julian (internationally known as Krathon), marked the beginning of a series of weather disturbances that have forced residents from their homes. As of Monday noon, the…
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More Than 1,000 Families Remain in Shelters in Pangasinan After Typhoon Pepito
In the aftermath of Typhoon Pepito, also known internationally as Man-yi, over 1,000 families, totaling 3,336 individuals, continue to seek refuge in evacuation centers across Pangasinan. As of Monday afternoon, these families had evacuated their homes over the weekend to escape the storm’s wrath. Assistant Director Pia Flores from the Pangasinan Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction…
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Magat Dam Increases Spillway Openings to Seven Amid Typhoon Pepito’s Aftermath
In response to the heavy rainfall caused by Typhoon Pepito (Man-yi), the Magat Dam has escalated its water management strategy by opening five of its spillway gates by Monday noon (Nov. 18, 2024). The initial opening reached a total of 9 meters, resulting in a discharge rate of 1,720 cubic meters per second. By 5…
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Over 1,300 Families Evacuated in La Union Due to Typhoon Pepito
In response to the looming threat of Typhoon Pepito, also known internationally as Man-yi, approximately 1,308 families, totaling 3,097 individuals, were evacuated from various towns in La Union province on Sunday. The La Union Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office reported that the evacuees hailed from Bangar, Balaoan, Aringay, Santo Tomas, Bauang, Rosario, Bacnotan,…
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Bustos Dam Continues Preemptive Water Release Amid Super Typhoon Pepito
In response to the heavy rainfall brought by Super Typhoon Pepito, known internationally as Man-yi, the Bustos Dam in Bulacan has been actively releasing water as a preventive measure. The Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (PDRRMC) of Bulacan confirmed that the water release, which began on Friday, has been ongoing for three consecutive…
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98 Families Evacuate in Pangasinan and La Union Amid Super Typhoon Pepito Threats
In response to the looming threat of Super Typhoon Pepito, also known internationally as Man-yi, a total of 98 families from the regions of Pangasinan and La Union have been forced to leave their homes. The evacuation began on Saturday night as a precaution against potential storm surges. The Pangasinan Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and…
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Albay Governor Orders Evacuees to Return Home After Typhoon Pepito
In the wake of Super Typhoon Pepito, also known internationally as Man-yi, the provincial government of Albay has mandated the return of over 104,000 families, totaling 380,152 individuals, from evacuation centers back to their homes. The directive was issued on Sunday, November 17, 2024, as the typhoon moved away from the region, reducing associated risks.…
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Massive Evacuation in Northern Samar as Super Typhoon Pepito Approaches
In a proactive move to safeguard lives, over 26,000 residents from Northern Samar have been relocated to evacuation centers as Super Typhoon Pepito, known internationally as Man-yi, edges closer to the Bicol Region. The evacuation, which took place on the night of November 15, 2024, in Catarman, was a response to the looming threat of…
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Pangasinan and La Union Brace for Storm Surges with Preemptive Evacuations
In response to the looming threat of storm surges from Super Typhoon Pepito, also known internationally as Man-yi, authorities in Pangasinan and La Union have initiated preemptive evacuations for residents in coastal areas. The urgency of the situation was highlighted on Saturday, November 16, 2024, as officials struggled to persuade residents to leave their homes…
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Massive Evacuation in Bicol as Super Typhoon Pepito Looms
In a massive response to the looming threat of Super Typhoon Pepito, over 491,000 people from the Bicol region have been evacuated to safety. The Office of Civil Defense (OCD) in Bicol reported that 137,726 families, totaling 491,047 individuals, have been moved to evacuation centers across the six provinces of the region. The evacuation numbers…
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