Typhoon Kalmaegi: Over 200 dead and devastating destruction in the Philippines!

Typhoon Kalmaegi: Over 200 dead and devastating destruction in the Philippines!

On November 10, 2025, the effects of the devastating Typhoon Kalmaegi continue to be felt in Southeast Asia. A horrific toll of over 200 deaths and more than 100 missing people has been recorded in the Philippines. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. responded to this disaster by declaring a one-year national emergency. The aim is to accelerate relief measures and regulate prices for basic supplies. Over 200,000 people had to be evacuated from low-lying areas in the Visayas, southern Luzon and northern Mindanao to protect them from the devastating effects of the storm, considered the world's deadliest this year CBS News reported.

The destruction in the Philippines is particularly felt in Cebu province, where flooding is described as unprecedented. The damage is enormous in Cebu City, Mactan Island and the surrounding cities of Talisay and Mandaue. Leyte and Negros Occidental also experienced flooding, power outages and massive damage to coastal villages. Meanwhile, the popular vacation island of Boracay was largely spared, aside from temporary boat disruptions.

Severe damage in Vietnam

On Thursday, November 6, Kalmaegi hit the central coast of Vietnam, bringing with it strong winds and heavy rain that had previously caused flooding in affected areas. At least five deaths have been reported in Vietnam as a result of the severe weather conditions. In the central provinces from Da Nang to Dak Lak, the rain fell so heavily that meteorological warnings were issued for an additional 60 cm of rainfall. This led to an increased risk of landslides and sudden floods. Despite the destruction, conditions in the region stabilized on November 10 and there are no longer active storm warnings, according to the current status CN Traveller.

Relief efforts underway

In the midst of this disaster, the affected regions need urgent support. According to information from Action Germany Helps Food, clean drinking water and medical help are urgently needed. Aid agencies are standing by to provide long-term support and materials to repair damaged homes. Psychosocial help and the provision of accommodation are particularly important for families who have lost everything.

Another typhoon, Fung-wong, is currently developing and could hit the main island of Luzon in the Philippines on Monday. The situation therefore remains tense and the relief measures continue to be the focus of attention beyond the regional borders. As people in the affected regions struggle for their safety and well-being, the international community remains in solidarity and supports the life-saving measures that are urgently needed.