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Typhoon Kalmaegi” claims at least three lives in the Philippines
Typhoon Kalmaegi hits the Philippines on November 4, 2025: Three deaths, evacuations and massive damage are threatened.
Typhoon Kalmaegi” claims at least three lives in the Philippines
A massive cyclone has gripped the Philippines, causing devastating damage in the eastern and central parts of the country. Typhoon Kalmaegi has claimed at least three lives. Two of the victims drowned, while a third lost his life when a tree fell. Tens of thousands of residents from low-lying and vulnerable coastal regions had to be brought to safety, reports Lip wave.
With hurricane-force gusts of up to 195 km/h and heavy rain, “Kalmaegi”, also known as Typhoon Tino in the Philippines, hit the provinces of Southern Leyte and Cebu overnight. The storm brought meter-high tidal waves and turned streets into raging torrents. National Weather Office Pagasa warns there is a high risk of life-threatening storm surges of over three meters in the next 36 hours, it added Country data.
Evacuations and disruptions in air traffic
The devastating weather conditions forced many people to seek shelter from the floods on the roofs of their homes. Schools remained closed and more than 130 domestic flights were canceled. International traffic also came to a standstill, further aggravating the situation. This is reminiscent of the devastating impact of Typhoon Haiyan in November 2013, which claimed more than 6,300 lives Austrian News hold on in retrospect.
“Kalmaegi” formed on November 1, 2025 in the northwest Pacific. The storm initially moved northwest at a speed of 12 mph (19 km/h), while its wind speed increased, reaching peaks of 102 mph (167 km/h) on November 3. It should be noted that the geographical location of the Philippines in the western Pacific Ocean makes the country vulnerable to such violent tropical cyclones. The Philippines is hit by around 20 typhoons every year, which demands great resilience from the people there.
Outlook for future developments
The Philippines is not alone in facing these extreme weather events. “Kalmaegi” is expected to reach Vietnam at the end of the week, where heavy rains have already led to floods that have killed dozens. Heavy rain is also expected in the northern regions of Thailand between Friday and Sunday. These recurring natural events paint a worrying picture of the region's vulnerability to climate change and associated risks.
It is hoped that the affected communities will receive prompt assistance and be able to recover from the devastating effects of this typhoon.