As a powerful typhoon approaches the eastern Philippines, authorities have ordered tens of thousands of people to evacuate to safer ground. The typhoon, named Kalmaegi, made landfall in the Dinagat Islands province, part of the Visayas island chain, with winds of 150km/h and gusts of up to 205km/h, according to the national weather service.
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More than 70,000 people in the coastal towns of Guiuan, Mercedes, and Salcedo were directed to move to evacuation centers, while over 150,000 individuals sought shelter in coastal provinces as the storm approached. The authorities have warned of torrential rains, potentially destructive winds, and storm surges of up to 3 meters.
The Philippines, an archipelago located in the Pacific typhoon belt, is no stranger to severe weather events. The country experiences an average of 20 tropical storms each year, making preparedness and evacuation procedures crucial for the safety of its population.
In a similar vein, the conflict in Sudan has also led to mass evacuations, with thousands fleeing as the violence spreads eastwards. The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have indicated an imminent attack on el-Obeid following mass killings in el-Fasher, underscoring the urgent need for humanitarian assistance and protection in conflict-affected regions.
The displacement of tens of thousands of people in both the Philippines and Sudan highlights the devastating impact of natural disasters and conflict on vulnerable populations. Adequate response measures, including evacuation plans, humanitarian aid, and international support, are essential to ensure the safety and well-being of those affected.
While the Philippines braces for the impact of Typhoon Kalmaegi, and Sudan grapples with escalating violence, the global community must come together to provide assistance and resources to support those in need during these challenging times.
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References:
1. ABC News: https://abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/tens-thousands-people-evacuate-safety-typhoon-approaches-eastern-127123690
2. Al Jazeera: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/11/3/thousands-more-flee-as-sudan-conflict-grinds-eastwards?traffic_source=rss
3. NDTV: https://www.ndtv.com/world-news/over-36-000-flee-as-sudan-conflict-spreads-from-darfur-9567626
4. Breaking News: https://www.breakingnews.ie/world/tens-of-thousands-of-people-evacuated-as-typhoon-approaches-philippines-1825610.html
5. South China Morning Post: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3331389/tens-thousands-shelter-typhoon-kalmaegi-slams-philippines?utm_source=rss_feed
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