The Philippines has raised its highest storm alert as Super Typhoon Usagi, a Category 4 storm with sustained winds of up to 180 km/h, approaches the northern region of Luzon. Thousands of residents are being evacuated from vulnerable areas, particularly in regions already ravaged by previous disasters.
Usagi is expected to make landfall later today, potentially causing widespread flooding and landslides. This storm is the fifth major weather event to hit the country in just three weeks, exacerbating an already dire situation.
Authorities are on high alert, especially as this unprecedented wave of tropical storms has already resulted in over 100 fatalities and significant destruction. Notably, four tropical storms have been observed simultaneously in the South China Sea and North Pacific, marking a historic occurrence for the region in November.