Super Typhoon Pepito prompts evacuation of nearly 2,900 residents in Aurora

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Super Typhoon Pepito is expected to make landfall in Aurora, prompting the evacuation of 2,844 residents from 907 families. The evacuations began on November 15 in areas like Baler and Dingalan. Most evacuees are now in shelters, while a few are staying with relatives. The central and southern parts of Aurora are under the highest storm warning level. Recent storms have already caused significant damage, destroying six flood protection structures and damaging hundreds of homes.


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