Tropical Storm Trami causes 26 deaths and displaces over 150,000 in the Philippines
Summary: Tropical Storm Trami has caused significant damage in the Philippines, resulting in at least 26 deaths and displacing over 150,000 people. The storm made landfall on the northeastern coast, bringing heavy rain and triggering floods and landslides.
The storm, known locally as Kristine, has maximum sustained winds of 95 kilometers per hour. Most fatalities occurred in the central Bicol region, particularly in Naga city, where 14 deaths were reported.
More than 163,000 people are currently in evacuation centers, primarily in Bicol. The government has closed businesses and schools in affected areas, and numerous flights have been canceled due to the storm's impact.
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