Typhoon Kalmaegi Leaves 140 Dead in the Philippines, Vietnam on High Alert

A deadly Typhoon Kalmaegi has ravaged the central Philippines, killing at least 140 people and leaving dozens missing, according to international media reports.
Winds reaching 140 km/h battered the region, causing flash floods and landslides that swept away homes, vehicles, and shipping containers in cities like Cebu.
President Ferdinand Marcos has declared a state of emergency nationwide, mobilizing rescue forces to aid the affected population.
Officials have labeled Kalmaegi as the most powerful storm of 2025 so far. After devastating the Philippines, the typhoon is now heading toward Vietnam, where authorities have deployed over 260,000 soldiers and rescue personnel.
Mass evacuations are underway in coastal provinces, with airports and major highways temporarily closed.
Meteorologists warn that the storm could intensify further in the next 24 hours, raising fears of a regional humanitarian crisis.