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Opong wreaks havoc in Masbate
The provincial government of Masbate is appealing for assistance after Severe Tropical Storm Opong displaced 8,604 families, affecting approximately 26,000 individuals.
Opong made landfall over Palanas at 4 a.m. and in Milagros at 5 a.m. on Friday, bringing strong winds and heavy rainfall that toppled trees and electricity posts.
The storm caused widespread damage, including roofs being blown off establishments and a collapsed ceiling at the Parish of Immaculate Concepcion in Batuan, injuring evacuees.
Data from the Masbate PDRRMO and CDRRMO indicates three deaths and over 10 individuals wounded due to the storm.
Power supply in Masbate City was disrupted, but telecommunications remained operational.
Governor Richard Kho has directed local officials to expedite damage assessments to determine the full extent of the destruction.
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