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Typhoon Yinxing Batters the Philippines
Typhoon Yinxing hits the Philippines causing widespread damage and exacerbating the impact of previous storms. President Marcos cancels APEC trip to focus on recovery.
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Ferdinand Marcos Jr.Marilou CaycoCesar Chavez
- What specific damage was reported in Batanes province?
- Batanes province also suffered damage from Yinxing's fierce winds and rain, with roofs blown away and damage to seaports and airports.
- How did President Marcos Jr. respond to the typhoon's impact?
- President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. canceled his trip to the APEC summit to focus on recovery efforts following the back-to-back typhoons.
- What were the main impacts of Typhoon Yinxing in the Philippines?
- Typhoon Yinxing, also known as Marce, hit the northern Philippines, causing floods, landslides, and damage to two airports.
- How did Typhoon Yinxing affect the ongoing recovery efforts from previous storms?
- The typhoon exacerbated the impact of previous storms, Trami and Kong-rey, which had already caused significant devastation and casualties in the region.
- What was the intensity of Typhoon Yinxing, and which provinces were most affected?
- The typhoon's sustained winds reached 150 kilometers per hour, and it caused significant damage in Cagayan province, where over 40,000 people were evacuated.