Typhoon Nika makes landfall in the Philippines as fourth storm in a month

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Typhoon Nika made landfall in the Philippines on Monday, marking the fourth typhoon to hit the country in less than a month. It struck near Dilasag, about 220 kilometers northeast of Manila, prompting evacuations in 2,500 villages. Nika has maximum winds of 130 kilometers per hour and is expected to bring severe winds and heavy rainfall to northern Luzon. Schools and government offices in affected areas have been closed, and nearly 700 passengers are stranded at ports due to unsafe sea conditions. The Philippines has faced significant damage and loss of life from recent storms, with 159 fatalities reported from three previous cyclones. The national weather agency warns of a potential storm surge and additional tropical systems approaching the region.


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