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Marcos Declares State Of Calamity As Typhoon Tino Wreaks Havoc - Eyes On Incoming 'Super Typhoon Uwan'
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President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has approved the declaration of a state of national calamity as the country reels from the devastation of Typhoon Tino (international name: Kalmaegi) and braces for the possible arrival of another powerful storm — Typhoon Uwan, which could intensify into a super typhoon.
“Given the extent of the areas affected by Tino — and those expected to be hit by Uwan — we will declare a national calamity,” Marcos announced after a situation briefing at Camp Aguinaldo in Quezon City.
According to the President, 10 to 12 regions across the country are now under threat, following Tino’s onslaught in Visayas and Mindanao, which brought torrential rains, widespread flooding, and multiple landslides that left over 100 people dead and thousands displaced.
The state of calamity declaration allows the government to speed up relief and recovery efforts, access emergency funds, control prices of basic goods, and mobilize quick assistance to affected provinces.
Meanwhile, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) warned that a tropical depression outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) — to be named Uwan once it enters — could make landfall in Cagayan early next week. Uwan, the 21st storm of the year, is being closely monitored as it shows potential to become a super typhoon.
Relief and Response in Full Swing
President Marcos said the government’s disaster response operations are in full swing in areas hardest hit by Typhoon Tino, especially in Cebu and the Visayas, where power, communication lines, and major roads are still being restored.
“We will not leave Cebu until everything is in place,” Marcos assured, while emphasizing the challenge of balancing manpower and logistics between ongoing relief work in the Visayas and preparations in Northern Luzon for Uwan’s arrival.
Teams from the military, police, and national agencies remain on the ground to assist with clearing operations, deliver relief packs, and help evacuees in temporary shelters.
The President also expressed deep concern over the rising death toll and number of missing persons, saying validation and damage assessments are ongoing.
Despite the back-to-back weather threats, Marcos urged the public to stay vigilant, trust official advisories, and cooperate with local authorities.
“Our focus now is to save lives, speed up recovery, and prepare for what’s coming,” he said.
With Tino’s aftermath still unfolding and Uwan looming on the horizon, the nation braces for yet another storm — but also stands united in hope and readiness.
“Given the extent of the areas affected by Tino — and those expected to be hit by Uwan — we will declare a national calamity,” Marcos announced after a situation briefing at Camp Aguinaldo in Quezon City.
According to the President, 10 to 12 regions across the country are now under threat, following Tino’s onslaught in Visayas and Mindanao, which brought torrential rains, widespread flooding, and multiple landslides that left over 100 people dead and thousands displaced.
The state of calamity declaration allows the government to speed up relief and recovery efforts, access emergency funds, control prices of basic goods, and mobilize quick assistance to affected provinces.
Meanwhile, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) warned that a tropical depression outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) — to be named Uwan once it enters — could make landfall in Cagayan early next week. Uwan, the 21st storm of the year, is being closely monitored as it shows potential to become a super typhoon.
Relief and Response in Full Swing
President Marcos said the government’s disaster response operations are in full swing in areas hardest hit by Typhoon Tino, especially in Cebu and the Visayas, where power, communication lines, and major roads are still being restored.
“We will not leave Cebu until everything is in place,” Marcos assured, while emphasizing the challenge of balancing manpower and logistics between ongoing relief work in the Visayas and preparations in Northern Luzon for Uwan’s arrival.
Teams from the military, police, and national agencies remain on the ground to assist with clearing operations, deliver relief packs, and help evacuees in temporary shelters.
The President also expressed deep concern over the rising death toll and number of missing persons, saying validation and damage assessments are ongoing.
Despite the back-to-back weather threats, Marcos urged the public to stay vigilant, trust official advisories, and cooperate with local authorities.
“Our focus now is to save lives, speed up recovery, and prepare for what’s coming,” he said.
With Tino’s aftermath still unfolding and Uwan looming on the horizon, the nation braces for yet another storm — but also stands united in hope and readiness.
Nov 6, 2025
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