Super Typhoon Man-Yi Strikes Philippines as Storm Chaos Continues

Tue Oct 21 2025 08:15:18 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)

Philippines faces devastation as Super Typhoon Man-Yi makes landfall, becoming the sixth storm in a month.

Super Typhoon Man-Yi, also known as Pepito, has made landfall in the Philippines, bringing with it catastrophic winds and heavy rains, forcing hundreds of thousands to evacuate as the country braces for severe weather conditions.

Super Typhoon Man-Yi touched down on the eastern Catanduanes island around 21:40 local time on Saturday, packing maximum sustained winds of 195 km/h (121 mph), making it the latest storm to sweep across the Philippines in a particularly violent month for weather. The state meteorological agency has issued warnings about a potentially deadly storm surge, extensive rainfall, and strong winds. In preparation for the storm, over 400,000 residents evacuated their homes as a precaution.

Additionally, previous storms have led to the deaths of at least 160 people, raising the urgency of the situation. The super typhoon could impact vast areas, with predictions forecasting over 300 mm (approximately 11 inches) of rainfall in northern regions this weekend. This intense rainfall heightens the risk of flooding and mudslides.

The storm is anticipated to traverse across Luzon, the largest island, before moving offshore by Monday, while Metro Manila may dodge the most severe winds. Local airlines have canceled numerous flights in response to the approaching typhoon, adding to the chaos.

Civil defense head Ariel Nepomuceno stressed the dangers for those living in terrain susceptible to landslides, as continuous typhoons have already saturated the ground. Amidst the chaos, residents like Glenda Llamas expressed their terror about the impending storm, stating, “If we didn't evacuate we wouldn't be able to get out later."

This unusual series of storms this November has raised concerns, as the Philippines typically deals with typhoons, but seeing so many consecutively in such a short span is rare. The scope of destruction caused previously by Tropical Storm Trami, which resulted in extensive rainfall and numerous casualties, remains fresh in the minds of residents.

Furthermore, the global climate crisis appears to be playing a role in this extreme weather. According to the IPCC, while the number of tropical cyclones may remain stable, increased rainfall and wind speeds are becoming more likely, meaning super typhoons like Man-Yi could continue to wreak havoc in the future. As the country continues to grapple with this natural disaster, questions arise about the broader implications of climate change on storm intensity and frequency in the region.