Super Typhoon Uwan made landfall in northern Luzon late Sunday, forcing the evacuation of nearly one million residents as strong winds and heavy rains swept across several provinces. The typhoon hit the coastal town of Dinalungan in Aurora province, bringing maximum sustained winds of 185 kilometers per hour and gusts reaching up to 230 kph, according to the Philippine weather bureau.
The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) reported that at least two people were killed and several others injured due to the storm. Nearly 990,000 residents were preemptively evacuated across Luzon and parts of the Visayas before Uwan’s landfall. Over 522 evacuation centers were opened to accommodate those displaced by flooding and storm surges.
Power outages, communication disruptions, and infrastructure damage were recorded in Aurora, Isabela, and Cagayan. Landslides and fallen trees blocked several roads, isolating communities and delaying relief operations. More than 400 flights were canceled nationwide, while sea travel was suspended as authorities warned of dangerous waves and strong currents.
In Isabela and Cagayan, strong winds tore off roofs, toppled electric poles, and caused flash floods in low-lying areas. PAGASA warned that up to 30 million people remain affected by the typhoon’s wide rain bands as it moves toward the South China Sea.
Government agencies have deployed rescue and clearing teams, while local authorities continue assessing the extent of the damage. Residents are advised to remain in evacuation centers until conditions improve and to continue monitoring official weather updates.
