Super Typhoon Man-Yi weakens after making landfall in the Philippines

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Super Typhoon Man-Yi made landfall in the Philippines on Sunday, bringing heavy rain and strong winds of 185 kph. It weakened slightly after hitting Catanduanes province but continued to threaten Metro Manila and surrounding areas. Over a million people were evacuated from coastal regions due to fears of rising waters and storm surges. No casualties have been reported, but the typhoon caused damage to homes, schools, and businesses in affected areas. Man-Yi is the sixth tropical cyclone to impact the Philippines in a month. It is now moving towards the southern and central parts of Luzon.


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