New storm bears down on the Philippines after Typhoon Usagi wreaked havoc
Storm to hit the Philippines on Tuesday
The Philippines is bracing for another storm after Typhoon Usagi battered the country, causing widespread flooding and killing at least 36 people.
The new storm, Tropical Storm Paolo (international name: Pakhar), is expected to hit the main island of Luzon on Tuesday, bringing with it heavy rain and winds of up to 100 kilometres per hour.
Storm warnings have been issued for several provinces
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) has issued storm warnings for the provinces of Aurora, Quezon, Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, Albay, Sorsogon, Masbate, and Ticao Island.
Residents in these areas have been urged to evacuate to safer ground and to prepare for possible flooding and landslides.
Typhoon Usagi caused widespread damage
Typhoon Usagi made landfall in the Philippines on Saturday, bringing with it heavy rain and winds of up to 150 kilometres per hour.
The storm caused widespread damage, particularly in the provinces of Quezon, Laguna, and Camarines Sur.
At least 36 people were killed
At least 36 people were killed in the Philippines due to Typhoon Usagi, according to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC).
Most of the fatalities were caused by drowning, landslides, and collapsed buildings.
Rescue and relief operations are ongoing
Rescue and relief operations are ongoing in the affected areas.
The government has deployed troops and equipment to help with the relief efforts.
The Philippines is still recovering from the effects of Typhoon Usagi
The Philippines is still recovering from the effects of Typhoon Usagi.
The government is providing assistance to the affected families, and relief operations are ongoing.