Two powerful typhoons—Kalmaegi and Uwan (Fung-wong)—have consecutively battered the Philippines in November 2025, causing widespread devastation across Luzon.
Typhoon Kalmaegi (formerly Tino)
Struck earlier in November 2025, leaving communities in central and northern Luzon reeling from flooding and infrastructure damage. Though less intense than Uwan, Kalmaegi’s impact weakened defenses and heightened vulnerability ahead of the next storm.
Super Typhoon Uwan (International name: Fung-wong)
Made landfall on November 9–10, 2025, with sustained winds of 185 km/h and gusts up to 230 km/h, prompting Signal No. 5 alerts—the highest storm warning level. Affected regions: are Catanduanes and up to Northern Luzon, including Tuguegarao City, where rivers overflowed and rice fields were submerged.
Over 1.4 million people were displaced, with mass evacuations across southeastern Luzon. At least 25 fatalities, 41 injuries, and $3.05 million in damages have been reported so far. Flash floods and landslides hit areas like San Miguel, Catanduanes, forcing families to flee amid rising waters.
National Impact
The back-to-back typhoons have overwhelmed disaster response systems, with emergency shelters, food supplies, and rescue operations stretched thin. Infrastructure damage includes washed-out roads, collapsed bridges, and power outages in multiple provinces. Agricultural losses are significant, especially in rice-producing regions, threatening food security in the coming months.
What’s Next?
Authorities are conducting rapid damage assessments and coordinating international aid. PAGASA continues to monitor weather systems for potential follow-up storms, as the Pacific typhoon season typically lasts through November.
