World · Philippines Bureau
8.4 million Filipinos hit by monsoon, cyclone impacts
The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council reports that the southwest monsoon and three recent tropical cyclones have affected millions of residents across the country. The weather systems have impacted 8.4 million individuals spanning 2.4 million households.
LSN Philippines ·
MANILA — The southwest monsoon and successive cyclones Luis, Maymay, and Neneng have left a broad swath of damage across the Philippines, with the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council reporting that 8.4 million people have been affected by the combined weather systems.
According to the NDRRMC's latest assessment released Sunday evening, the impact spans 2.4 million families across multiple regions. The figures underscore the scale of disruption caused by the extended period of severe weather that has battered the archipelago.
The consecutive tropical cyclones compounded the effects of the monsoon season, amplifying flooding, landslides, and infrastructure damage in vulnerable communities. The NDRRMC continues to monitor the situation and coordinate response efforts with local government units.