20 Dead as Typhoons Ferdie and Gener Wreak Havoc in the Philippines

The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) has confirmed that severe weather conditions in the Philippines since September 11 have led to the tragic loss of 20 lives.

The devastation was fueled by tropical cyclones Ferdie and Gener, which intensified the effects of the southwest monsoon, bringing widespread damage across the country. Authorities are continuing relief efforts as the nation braces for potential further impact. Stay tuned for more updates.

Nine of the 20 fatalities occurred in Mimaropa, and four each in Western Visayas and Muslim Mindanao's Bangsamoro Autonomous Region.

Another two deaths were reported from the Zamboanga Peninsula, and one from Central Visayas.

Eleven people were hurt and fourteen people are still unaccounted for.

The habagat and tropical cyclones harmed about 63,000 people in 12 regions.
On September 14, Ferdie departed the Philippine Area of Responsibility, and on Wednesday morning, Gener did the same.