At least six people have died and thousands more have been forced to flee their homes as the Philippines grapples with relentless rains brought by Severe Tropical Storm Wipha (formerly Crising), the southwest monsoon, and a lingering low pressure area (LPA), authorities said.
The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) confirmed that three fatalities occurred in Northern Mindanao, while one death each was reported in Mimaropa, Davao, and Caraga. Five individuals were reported injured, and six remain missing.
The widespread weather disturbances have affected more than 1.2 million people nationwide, with at least 82,000 evacuees seeking shelter away from their homes. Flooding has been reported in over 440 areas, including parts of Metro Manila.
Infrastructure and agriculture have also taken a major hit. According to the NDRRMC, damage to infrastructure—such as roads, flood control systems, bridges, and schools—has reached an estimated ₱413 million. In agriculture, more than 2,500 hectares of farmland were damaged, impacting over 2,300 farmers and resulting in losses valued at ₱54.06 million. Meanwhile, more than 1,500 homes were reported damaged, amounting to over ₱2.6 million.
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has warned of continued rains, flash floods, and landslides as most parts of the country remain under the influence of the southwest monsoon. Overcast skies and thunderstorms also persist in Cagayan Valley due to the tail end of a low pressure area.
