Typhoon Tino (international name: Kalmaegi) has unleashed catastrophic flooding across the Visayas, leaving at least 130 people dead and renewing harsh scrutiny on the effectiveness of multi-billion-peso flood control projects.
Reports show that the death toll has climbed as rescue and recovery efforts continue in flood and landslide-affected areas.
The province of Cebu bears the brunt of the disaster, accounting for 93 fatalities, with Liloan town reporting the highest number of deaths at 35.
The widespread flooding, which trapped people on rooftops and swept away vehicles, has highlighted the apparent failure of numerous flood control initiatives.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is scheduled to visit Cebu to oversee the government’s efforts. The President has also ordered a comprehensive review and investigation into the more than 500 flood control projects in the area.