Death Toll from Severe Weather Conditions Rises to 25

Manila: The death toll from the combined effects of the enhanced southwest monsoon and the onslaught of tropical cyclones Crising, Dante, and Emong has climbed to 25, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) reported Friday.

According to Philippines News Agency, of the total, three fatalities have been confirmed, with one each in Central Luzon, Northern Mindanao, and the Caraga region. The remaining 22 fatalities are still being verified, which includes nine in the National Capital Region, three each in Calabarzon, Negros Island Region, and Western Visayas, two in Northern Mindanao, and one each in Mimaropa and Davao region.

Meanwhile, the number of affected families stands at 1,065,779, consisting of 3,849,624 residents living in 4,255 barangays across 17 regions. Currently, 47,522 families are taking shelter in 1,226 evacuation centers, while 27,685 families have sought refuge with relatives or friends.

The disaster response body also reported that 2,433 houses have been partially damaged, and 486 have been totally damaged. Additionally, damage to agriculture and infrastructure has been estimated at PHP366.9 million and PHP3.98 billion, respectively.