Super Typhoon Fung-wong Devastates Philippines

Super Typhoon Fung-wong, known as Uwan, devastates the Philippines, claiming at least six lives and causing widespread flooding and landslides. Over 1.4 million people were evacuated earlier this week. The typhoon then hit Taiwan, where over 30,000 residents were evacuated. Fung-wong destroyed or damaged approximately 4,100 homes, with residents describing huddling together and praying as parts of their roofs were torn off. The latest disaster follows closely on the heels of Typhoon Kalmaegi and a magnitude 6.9 earthquake in September, further compounding the challenges faced by the Filipino people. The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies calls this series of catastrophes not routine and emphasizes the urgent need for support to scale up relief efforts and aid the country in its recovery. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.