Typhoon Kalmaegi Devastates Philippines and Vietnam

Typhoon Kalmaegi has caused widespread destruction and loss of life in the Philippines and Vietnam, with at least 193 people killed and many more missing. The storm made landfall in Vietnam after devastating parts of the Philippines, particularly the island of Cebu, where heavy rainfall sent torrents of mud and debris down mountainsides and into urban areas. The Vietnamese government deployed over 260,000 soldiers and personnel for relief efforts, and the Philippines government declared a state of calamity across the country.

Typhoon Kalmaegi made landfall in central Vietnam after killing over 140 people in the Philippines. The storm caused widespread destruction, flooding, and landslides, with many more missing or displaced. The Philippines government declared a state of national calamity, and Vietnam prepared for the storm's impact, with thousands evacuated from coastal communities. The typhoon is the deadliest of 2025 so far, and scientists warn that storms are becoming more powerful due to climate change.

Typhoon Kalmaegi made landfall in the Philippines' central provinces on Tuesday, resulting in at least 114 deaths and 127 missing persons. The Philippines government declared a state of national calamity, with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr issuing a declaration to facilitate emergency response efforts. Cebu province was severely affected, with at least 71 deaths reported. The typhoon brought sustained winds of 87mph and gusts of up to 121mph, causing widespread flooding and displacement. Almost two million people were affected, with over 560,000 displaced and nearly 450,000 evacuated to emergency shelters. The Philippines is prone to natural disasters, experiencing around 20 typhoons and storms annually, as well as frequent earthquakes and volcanic activity.