Death toll rises to 137 | Dynamics

by time news

MANILA: The death toll from a typhoon that struck the Southeast Asian nation of the Philippines has risen to 137.
The central and southern parts of the Philippine Islands between the South China Sea and the Pacific Ocean were recently hit by a hurricane named ‘Roy’. At that time, strong winds up to 270 kmph caused severe damage. The death toll was 40, according to preliminary information released yesterday. But the death toll crossed 137, which was confirmed yesterday.

The death toll has not come in full as communication has been affected in many places. The death toll is expected to rise further. 7.80 lakh people have been severely affected by the cyclone. More than three lakh homes are being evacuated.

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