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Heavy downpour causes landslides, power outages, road closures in Cordillera
Typhoon Carina, enhanced by the Southwest Monsoon, caused heavy rains leading to landslides, power outages, and impassable roads in Baguio City and other areas in the Cordillera region.
From Tuesday to Wednesday, July 23-24, Baguio recorded 294 millimeters of rain, the second-highest 24-hour rainfall rate during that period in the Philippines.
The Baguio City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (CDRRMO) reported at least 12 landslides, fallen trees, and three clogged drainage systems.
Power interruptions occurred due to eight instances of sparking wires and fallen posts.
Three sections of Kennon Road, specifically in Camp 6 and Camp 4, became impassable due to mudslides.
Motorists are urged to exercise caution and monitor official channels for updates on road conditions and safety protocols.
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