21 People Lost Their Lives in Philippines Due to Typhoon Gaemi
According to a statement by the police, the number of people who lost their lives in the floods and landslides caused by Typhoon Gaemi, which affected the Philippines, has risen to 21. Seven people died in the capital Manila, three in Cavite, five in Batangas, three in Rizal, one in Bulacan and two in Pampanga. The causes of death were generally determined to be drowning, landslides, falling trees and electrocution.
Gaemi, the third typhoon to hit the Philippines this year, caused flash floods and landslides in Metro Manila and several other areas. Houses in coastal and riverside settlements, especially shantytowns, were submerged, and vehicles were swept away by the floodwaters. Those who were forced to leave their homes continue to stay in temporary shelters.
Fuel Tanker Capsizes, 1 Person Missing
The Philippine-flagged fuel tanker “MT Terra Nova” sank during a severe storm off the coast of the Batian region. The tanker was carrying 1.5 million liters of fuel. Authorities reported that 16 crew members were rescued, but 1 person was missing and search efforts were ongoing. Due to the fuel leak in the tanker, authorities stated that strong winds and rainfall made search efforts and efforts to contain the leak difficult.
The Coast Guard stressed that there was a danger of the leak reaching the shores of the capital Manila and stated that the necessary precautions were being taken.
