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Typhoon Kalmaegi Devastates Central Philippines

Residents in central Philippines began cleaning mud from streets and homes after Typhoon Kalmaegi caused widespread destruction. At least 85 people died and dozens remain missing as the storm passed through the region.

Damage in Cebu Province

The hardest-hit area was Cebu, a major tourist destination. As floodwaters retreated, the full extent of the damage became visible: homes were torn down to rubble, vehicles overturned, and streets blocked by debris. Lives of many residents were deeply affected.

“This was the first time that has happened to us. I’ve been living here for almost 16 years and it was the first time I’ve experienced flooding like this,” said 58-year-old Marlon Enriquez in Cebu City, as he attempted to recover his family’s belongings from the mud-covered house.

Complete Loss in Talisay

Nearby Talisay city faced total destruction for some residents. Eilene Oken, 38, found her home completely destroyed and said:

“We worked and saved for this for years, then in an instant, it was all gone.”

She expressed gratitude that her family, including her two daughters, survived unharmed despite the loss.

Casualties and Ongoing Search

The typhoon, locally called Tino, struck just over a month after a magnitude 6 earthquake further impacted the area.

Summary: Typhoon Kalmaegi severely damaged central Philippines, killing at least 85 and leaving many missing, with communities struggling to recover from unprecedented flooding and destruction.

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CNN CNN — 2025-11-04

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