What is the status of Super Typhoon Fung-wong in the Philippines?

Fung-wong, a super typhoon with winds up to 185 kph, has started battering the Philippines' northeastern coast and is expected to make landfall on Sunday or early Monday.

How has Typhoon Kalmaegi impacted the Philippines?

Typhoon Kalmaegi, which hit the Philippines earlier this week, left at least 204 people dead in central island provinces before moving on to Vietnam, where at least five were killed.

What is the Philippine government doing to prepare for Fung-wong?

The Philippine government has declared a state of emergency, and Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. has warned millions of people in high-risk villages to evacuate before Fung-wong hits.

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Super Typhoon Fung-wong Slams Philippines, Prompting Urgent Evacuations

9 Nov, 2025

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Summary

Super Typhoon Fung-wong batters Philippines' northeastern coast
Typhoon Kalmaegi leaves 204 dead in central Philippines before hitting Vietnam
Defense chief warns millions to evacuate high-risk villages before Fung-wong hits

Super Typhoon Fung-wong Slams Philippines, Prompting Urgent Evacuations

As of November 9th, 2025, the Philippines is bracing for the impact of Super Typhoon Fung-wong, the biggest storm to threaten the country this year. The typhoon, with winds of up to 185 kph (115 mph) and gusts of up to 230 kph (143 mph), has already started battering the country's northeastern coast ahead of its expected landfall on Sunday or early Monday.