Typhoon Fung-wong Exits Philippines, Leaving widespread Disruption and Emergency Declared
MANILA, Philippines – Typhoon Fung-wong, also known as Uwan, has moved away from the Philippines, but continues to pose a threat from lingering rainfall, especially in northern Luzon and metropolitan Manila. Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. declared a state of emergency on Thursday in anticipation of the storm’s impact, following extensive devastation from a previous typhoon, Kalmaegi.
The storm’s passage has triggered widespread cancellations of flights – over 325 domestic and 61 international - and stranded more than 6,600 commuters and cargo workers at ports as the coast guard halted sea travel. Schools and most government offices will remain closed on Monday and Tuesday. While the typhoon itself has passed, officials from Civil Defense report roads blocked by landslides are being prioritized for clearing as weather conditions improve.
“While the typhoon has passed, its rains still pose a danger in certain areas” in northern Luzon, including in metropolitan Manila,” said Undersecretary Ariel alejandro. “We’ll undertake today rescue,relief and disaster-response operations.”
the Philippines categorizes tropical cyclones with sustained winds of 185 kph (115 mph) or higher as “super typhoons” to emphasize the severity of the weather event. The nation experiences approximately 20 typhoons and storms annually, alongside frequent earthquakes and volcanic eruptions, making it one of the world’s most disaster-prone countries.
Although the philippines has not requested international assistance, the United States and Japan have offered support. Authorities are monitoring the situation and preparing for ongoing relief efforts.
