Philippines orders mandatory evacuations as Severe Tropical Storm Leon approaches
Summary: The Philippine government has ordered mandatory evacuations in areas expected to be impacted by Severe Tropical Storm Leon. Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro emphasized the importance of proactive measures to protect lives.
Local government units have been directed to comply with the evacuation order. This follows recent flooding in Bicol, where many towns remain underwater.
Leon is currently located about 725 kilometers east of Isabela and is moving west-northwest. Tropical Cyclone Wind Signals have been raised in parts of Luzon and the Visayas.
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