Typhoon Kalmaegi Causes Severe Damage in Vietnam and the Philippines
Typhoon Kalmaegi unleashed fierce winds and heavy rains across Vietnam, resulting in at least five fatalities and widespread damage to thousands of homes before weakening into a tropical storm.
Impact in Vietnam
Widespread flooding and destruction were reported in central Vietnam, especially in provinces hit hard by the storm.
“Typhoon Kalmaegi brought fierce winds and torrential rains to Vietnam on Friday, killing at least five people and leaving widespread damage across the country’s central provinces.”
A damaged building blocked a road in Dak Lak, Vietnam, illustrating the storm's severe impact.
Consequences in the Philippines
In the Philippines, Typhoon Kalmaegi proved deadlier, with at least 188 confirmed deaths and significant destruction.
- Homes beside Mananga Bridge in Talisay, Cebu Province, were heavily damaged.
- Relatives mourned as they viewed coffins in Bacayan, Cebu province.
- Damaged houses lined a river in Bacayan, highlighting the extent of the flooding.
Climate Change and Increasing Storm Intensity
Scientists warn that rising temperatures are intensifying storms and rainfall in Southeast Asia, making typhoons and floods more frequent and destructive.
“Scientists warn that a warming climate is intensifying storms and rainfall across Southeast Asia, making floods and typhoons increasingly destructive and frequent.”
Photos and videos were provided by The Associated Press, Jacqueline Hernandez, Hau Dinh, and the Malacanang Presidential Communications Office.
Summary
Typhoon Kalmaegi caused significant loss of life and extensive damage in Vietnam and the Philippines, with climate change contributing to worsening storm impacts in the region.
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