The death toll from Typhoon Kalmaegi in the Philippines has risen to 40, according to local authorities. The storm, which weakened after making landfall, continues to unleash winds of 130 km/h and gusts up to 180 km/h. The Russian Embassy urged citizens to avoid hazardous areas, advising them to seek shelter and monitor emergency alerts. Over 150,000 people were evacuated in the Philippines on November 3 as authorities warned of heavy rains, towering waves, and volcanic mudslide risks. At least 26 fatalities were confirmed by November 4, with 21 deaths reported on Cebu Island, where flooding overwhelmed many communities.
Philippines Struggles as Typhoon Kalmaegi Claims 40 Lives