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Typhoon Tino Pounds Visayas; Thousands Still In Peril
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Typhoon Tino continues to batter the Visayas and Negros Island Region, leaving behind a heartbreaking trail of damage and despair. Though it has slightly weakened, the storm remains a serious threat to communities still reeling from its powerful winds and torrential rains.
As of 10 a.m. Tuesday, the eye of Tino was tracked near Bacolod City, Negros Occidental, packing maximum sustained winds of 140 km/h and gusts reaching up to 195 km/h. The typhoon is moving westward at 25 km/h, carrying strong to typhoon-force winds that stretch up to 300 kilometers from its center.
Despite the slight weakening, the danger is far from over. Western Visayas and Negros Island remain under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 4, where authorities warn of life-threatening winds and extensive damage to homes and infrastructure. Residents in affected areas are being urged to stay indoors or move to safer ground, as even coastal communities face storm surges exceeding three meters.
In cities like Bacolod, Silay, and Cadiz, roofs have been ripped away, trees have fallen across highways, and thousands are without power and communication. The howling winds of Tino have turned once-busy streets into rivers of debris, while families huddle in evacuation centers — anxious, sleepless, and praying for the storm to pass.
PAGASA also warned of rough to very rough seas across many parts of the country, making travel by sea extremely dangerous. Fisherfolk and small boat operators are strongly advised not to venture out, as waves could reach up to six meters high in some areas.
Adding to the nation’s worry, Tino’s heavy rains could trigger flooding and landslides, especially in mountainous and coastal communities. The combined effect of the northeast monsoon and shear line is also expected to intensify strong gusts in Luzon and Mindanao.
The typhoon is expected to continue sweeping across Western Visayas and northern Palawan before moving out toward the West Philippine Sea by Wednesday morning. While Tino may re-intensify once it exits land, the heartbreak it leaves behind will take much longer to recover from.
Authorities are reminding everyone to stay alert, follow evacuation orders, and keep monitoring updates from PAGASA and local disaster offices. For many Filipinos in the Visayas, this is another painful reminder of how fragile life can be when nature turns fierce.
As of 10 a.m. Tuesday, the eye of Tino was tracked near Bacolod City, Negros Occidental, packing maximum sustained winds of 140 km/h and gusts reaching up to 195 km/h. The typhoon is moving westward at 25 km/h, carrying strong to typhoon-force winds that stretch up to 300 kilometers from its center.
Despite the slight weakening, the danger is far from over. Western Visayas and Negros Island remain under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 4, where authorities warn of life-threatening winds and extensive damage to homes and infrastructure. Residents in affected areas are being urged to stay indoors or move to safer ground, as even coastal communities face storm surges exceeding three meters.
In cities like Bacolod, Silay, and Cadiz, roofs have been ripped away, trees have fallen across highways, and thousands are without power and communication. The howling winds of Tino have turned once-busy streets into rivers of debris, while families huddle in evacuation centers — anxious, sleepless, and praying for the storm to pass.
PAGASA also warned of rough to very rough seas across many parts of the country, making travel by sea extremely dangerous. Fisherfolk and small boat operators are strongly advised not to venture out, as waves could reach up to six meters high in some areas.
Adding to the nation’s worry, Tino’s heavy rains could trigger flooding and landslides, especially in mountainous and coastal communities. The combined effect of the northeast monsoon and shear line is also expected to intensify strong gusts in Luzon and Mindanao.
The typhoon is expected to continue sweeping across Western Visayas and northern Palawan before moving out toward the West Philippine Sea by Wednesday morning. While Tino may re-intensify once it exits land, the heartbreak it leaves behind will take much longer to recover from.
Authorities are reminding everyone to stay alert, follow evacuation orders, and keep monitoring updates from PAGASA and local disaster offices. For many Filipinos in the Visayas, this is another painful reminder of how fragile life can be when nature turns fierce.
Nov 4, 2025
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