Super Typhoon Pepito strikes Luzon, causing widespread damage and evacuations

Super Typhoon Pepito, also known as Man-yi, struck the Philippines on November 17, causing significant damage in Catanduanes and Luzon. The storm brought maximum winds of 185 kilometers per hour, uprooting trees and downing power lines. Over 1.2 million people evacuated ahead of the storm. No deaths have been reported, but extensive damage occurred, particularly in Catanduanes. The national weather service warned of severe flooding and landslides as Pepito moved across Luzon, with storm surges threatening coastal areas, including Manila. This storm is the sixth to hit the Philippines in a month, following a series of violent weather events. The unusual frequency and intensity of storms have raised concerns about climate change's impact on weather patterns in the region.