Super Typhoon ‘Uwan’ Batters Philippines, Leaving 2 Dead & Thousands Displaced

Super Typhoon Uwan slammed into parts of Luzon and Visayas over the weekend, causing floods, landslides, and power outages that left at least two people dead and over 830,000 individuals affected, according to the Office of Civil Defense (OCD).
One person drowned in Viga, Catanduanes, while another died in Catbalogan City, Samar after a structure collapsed. Two others were injured in Bicol and Eastern Visayas. Authorities said these figures are still being validated.

Mass Evacuations and Damaged Homes

Thanks to preemptive evacuations, more than 1.4 million people were moved to safer areas before the storm hit. Around 317,000 evacuees are currently in shelters, while others are staying with relatives.
The OCD reported 1,085 homes damaged — 89 completely destroyed — with validation of agriculture and infrastructure losses still ongoing.

Roads Blocked, Power and Water Cut Off

At least 132 barangays in several regions experienced flooding and storm surges. Landslides cut off towns in Aurora Province, but clearing operations are underway.
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) deployed heavy equipment to clear 15 impassable road networks, while 87 roads and 29 bridges were affected nationwide.
Power was knocked out in 170 areas, water supply was disrupted in 15, and 14 towns in Bicol lost communication lines. Restoration work is ongoing.

Relief and Rescue in Full Swing

Nearly 900 rescue teams from the military, police, coast guard, and fire bureau were mobilized, backed by billions in government relief funds. The DSWD and OCD have released ₱6.4 million worth of food aid, and the DOH allocated ₱156 million in medical supplies.
The Philippine Coast Guard also reported thousands stranded in ports, though several rescue missions saved passengers from capsized boats in rough waters.

Officials Warn: “Uwan Isn’t Over Yet”

While Uwan has left the Luzon landmass, officials warn that rains and landslides could still occur, especially in Central and Northern Luzon and Metro Manila.
“Typhoon Uwan may have passed, but the risks are still there,” OCD’s Bernardo Rafaelito Alejandro IV said, urging the public to stay alert and avoid risky travel or sailing.

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