Chaos in Philippines Today! Typhoon Crising Destroy Homes, Cars in Metro Manila

Summary

The video details the aftermath of Tropical Storm Crying, which caused severe flooding across Metro Manila and surrounding regions. As of July 19, 2025, over 105,000 people were affected, with significant damage to infrastructure, homes, and agriculture. Flooding and landslides were reported in various areas, leading to road closures, power outages, and disruptions to communication and water supply. The local government of Yumingan city declared a state of calamity, while emergency efforts focused on providing relief to the affected families. Additionally, individual stories of survival, such as a pregnant woman giving birth amid the storm, highlight the challenges faced by residents.

Takeaways

• 😀 Heavy rains from the southwest monsoon and tropical storm 'Crying' caused flooding in parts of Metro Manila on Saturday.
• 😀 Flooding reached significant depths, with some areas having water as deep as a ditch but still passable by vehicles.
• 😀 Over 105,000 people were affected by tropical storm 'Crying', causing flooding, landslides, and infrastructure damage across 14 regions of the Philippines.
• 😀 As of July 19th, 39,931 families or 105,313 individuals were affected, with 4,550 families sheltered in evacuation centers.
• 😀 The storm led to severe damage with 363 houses reported as damaged and 52 completely destroyed, particularly in Region 6.
• 😀 Several regions experienced infrastructure disruptions, including 75 affected roads and 7 bridges, with 34 roads and 4 bridges remaining impassable.
• 😀 The storm led to power outages in three cities, with power restored in 22 regencies, while communication lines have been fully restored in 25 regions.
• 😀 Flash floods in Yumingan city affected 40 villages, displacing over 16,500 people. The delayed opening of floodgates led to the Banil River's overflow.
• 😀 Tropical storm 'Crying' caused significant disruption in agricultural areas, with damage reports still being compiled, especially in livestock and infrastructure.
• 😀 In response, the government provided relief packages, evacuated families, and declared some regions, such as Yumingan city, as disaster areas due to the extensive damage.

Q & A

What were the main causes of flooding in Metro Manila on Saturday?

The flooding in Metro Manila on Saturday was primarily caused by heavy rains brought by the southwest monsoon and tropical storm 'Crying'.

Which areas in Metro Manila were most affected by the flooding?

The areas most affected by flooding in Metro Manila included the corners of Maria Orosa Kala, Taft Avenue, Padre Faura, España Boulevard, and President Kurina Avenue extension.

How deep was the flooding in certain parts of Manila?

The flooding in certain parts of Manila was reported to be as deep as a ditch but still passable by all types of vehicles.

What were some of the key effects of tropical storm 'Crying' across the Philippines?

Tropical storm 'Crying' caused flooding, landslides, infrastructure damage, power outages, and disruptions to communication lines, affecting over 105,000 people across 14 regions.

How many families were displaced by the storm, and how many were sheltered in evacuation centers?

A total of 39,931 families or 105,313 individuals were displaced by the storm, with 4,550 families sheltering in 236 evacuation centers.

What was the status of damaged infrastructure in the affected regions?

A total of 75 roads and seven bridges were affected by the storm, with 34 roads and four bridges remaining impassable. Damage to infrastructure was estimated at 11.5 million pesos.

How did the delayed opening of floodgates contribute to the flooding in Yumingan?

The delayed opening of floodgates caused the Banil River to overflow, triggering flash floods across Yumingan, which led to significant damage and displacement.

What specific actions were taken by the local government in Yumingan to respond to the flooding?

The local government in Yumingan declared a state of calamity, conducted an investigation into the delayed opening of the floodgates, and provided relief packages to affected families.

What was the situation regarding transportation due to the storm?

Transportation was severely disrupted, with 36 seaports closed, 312 passenger ships and 34 cargo ships stranded, and two airports in the MIMAROPA region suspending flights.

What actions were taken to assist residents affected by the storm in Tugaro City, Kagan?

In Tugaro City, Kagan, classes were suspended due to inclement weather, and the local government prepared 3,000 food packages to assist affected families.