The Philippines is taking urgent action as a “potentially catastrophic” typhoon approaches, leading to the evacuation of hundreds of thousands and the cancellation of numerous flights.
With winds reaching 240km/h (149mph), Man-yi has been classified as a super typhoon
PAGASA stated that “Pepito is approaching its peak intensity,” referring to the storm expected
A warning of a “potentially catastrophic and life-threatening situation” has been issued for Bicol region, where almost 180,000 individuals have been relocated.
Man-yi is on
By 9pm Philippine Time (1300 GMT), Man-yi had made landfall in Catanduanes Province according to Japan Meteorological Agency data.
Both Catanduanes and Camarines Sur provinces are still recuperating from Tropical Storm Trami’s impact in October.
The mayor of Naga city imposed a curfew starting midday Saturday to ensure residents’ safety indoors.
Civil defence administrator Ariel Nepomuceno
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