Philippines evacuates 24,000 as Super Typhoon Usagi approaches Cagayan

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Authorities in the Philippines have evacuated over 24,000 people in northeastern towns due to Super Typhoon Usagi, which is expected to make landfall in Cagayan on Thursday afternoon. This marks the fifth typhoon to hit the country in a month. Many evacuees are from areas previously affected by earlier storms. Heavy rains and strong winds are already impacting parts of Cagayan, raising concerns about flooding in the Cagayan River. Another tropical storm, Man-yi, is also approaching and is expected to reach the central Philippines on Saturday. The transport ministry has advised against non-essential travel in central provinces.


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