(KPL/VNA) Authorities in the Philippines on November 14 ordered evacuations in northeastern cities as super typhoon Usagi approached.

This is the fifth storm to impact the Philippines in the past month, with another storm forecast to follow closely after.

According to Philippine government data, more than 24,000 people have been evacuated in Cagayan province, including those previously displaced by recent storms that caused flooding. Usagi is expected to make landfall in Cagayan province on the afternoon of November 14.

Rueli Rapsing, head of the province's disaster relief office, warned that the Cagayan River is expected to rise, risking flooding due to heavy rains. Currently, central and southern Cagayan are experiencing moderate to heavy rainfall, with gusts of up to 100 km/h in other parts of the province.

The government has prepared essential supplies, including generators, to address potential power outages and communication disruptions caused by Usagi.

Following Usagi, storm Man-yi is expected to affect the central Philippines on November 16. The Philippine Department of Transportation has advised residents in central provinces to avoid going outdoors unless necessary.

On average, around 20 storms hit the Philippines each year, bringing heavy rains, strong winds, and dangerous landslides. In October, typhoons Trami and Kong-rey struck the main island of Luzon, resulting in 159 fatalities and 22 people still reported missing.

KPL