Destructive Cyclone Moves Toward Vietnam After Resulting in at Least 114 Lives in Philippines

Prior to striking in Vietnam, Kalmaegi left a trail of devastation in the Philippines - and at least 114 people dead.

Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr has proclaimed a state of emergency - which is triggered by numerous deaths, widespread structural damage, and halt to economic activities and the normal way of life for residents of impacted regions.

The weather system, referred to locally as Tino, ripped through the populous island of Cebu, flooding complete communities and carrying vehicles down roads.

Tens of thousands of people were forced to evacuate, with many taking refuge in designated safe zones.

Disaster Relief Operations Underway

Emergency responders are actively operating as evacuated residents find refuge in emergency centers.

The scale of this calamity has resulted in large-scale rescue operations in the affected regions.

Image Evidence of the Destruction

Disaster teams could be seen working on retrieving a victim at the site of a landslide in Cebu City.

The severe weather has made homeless in excess of 400k people in the Philippines.

Roadways are covered in sediment and pictures display piles of cars spread over the affected areas.

• Mass evacuation efforts continue as the typhoon prepares to make landfall
• Temporary housing are working at peak capacity throughout different zones
• Worldwide support is being prepared to help the impacted populations