The Philippines is reeling from the devastating impact of multiple tropical cyclones, with authorities confirming 31 fatalities and over 6.27 million people affected nationwide. Typhoons Wepa, Francisco, and Co-May, compounded by the southwest monsoon, have triggered widespread flooding, landslides, and infrastructure damage.
The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) reported 17 injuries and seven individuals still missing as of Monday. Agricultural losses have surpassed 790 million pesos ($13.8 million), while infrastructure damage exceeds 6.5 billion pesos ($113.8 million), straining recovery efforts.
Nearly 200 cities and municipalities have declared states of calamity, enabling emergency funding and resource mobilization. Rescue operations continue in hard-hit areas, with displaced residents seeking shelter in evacuation centers.
This disaster underscores the Philippines' vulnerability to extreme weather events, raising questions about long-term climate resilience strategies in one of Asia's most disaster-prone regions.
