Super Typhoon Fung-wong Leaves 2 Dead, Millions Displaced in Northeastern Philippines

On Sunday night, Super Typhoon Fung‑wong made landfall in the town of Dinalungan in the Aurora Province on the northeastern coast of the Philippines, bringing sustained winds of up to 185 kilometres per hour (115 mph) and gusts reaching 230 kph (143 mph).

The typhoon left two people dead and triggered the evacuation of millions of residents across the region. Officials reported that more than a million people were displaced or moved to safety.

Widespread Impact & Disruption

Fung-wong’s massive 1,118-mile-wide rain and wind band swept across large parts of northern and eastern Luzon, affecting coastal communities and deep inland areas alike. Infrastructure and basic services suffered major blows: highways were washed out, electricity was cut, and flooding overwhelmed low-lying zones.

The Philippines is still recovering from the effects of Typhoon Kalmaegi, which only days ago left hundreds of lives lost and damage in its wake. Fung-wong’s arrival compounded the disaster response burden and the country’s already high vulnerability to storms.

Government Response

In light of the scale of the disaster, Ferdinand Marcos Jr. declared a state of emergency across regions impacted by Fung-wong to expedite relief, mobilise equipment and coordinate evacuation efforts.

The archipelago is no stranger to natural disasters: it typically faces around 20 typhoons annually, sits atop major tectonic fault lines, and hosts numerous active volcanoes — making it one of the world’s most disaster-prone countries.

What’s Next?

Relief teams are working to reach remote areas cut off by landslides and storm surges. Shelters are being prepared for tens of thousands more who may yet need safe havens. Recovery will involve restoring power, clearing debris, rehabilitating roads, and ensuring access to clean water and medical services.