Marcos reports one death in Camarines Norte due to Typhoon Pepito

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. reported one death in Camarines Norte due to Typhoon Pepito during an interview on Monday following the Philippine National Prayer Breakfast at Malacañang.

Marcos expressed his condolences, emphasizing that even one casualty is too many and recognizing the efforts of rescuers and local government units.

The president thanked first responders and LGUs for their continuous service despite being exhausted, and assured ongoing relief operations in affected areas.

As of 5 a.m., Pagasa reported that Pepito had moved northwestward into the West Philippine Sea with wind signals still up in parts of Luzon.

Pepito was last spotted 145 kilometers west of Sinait, Ilocos Sur, packing maximum sustained winds of 130 km/h and gusts of up to 160 km/h.

The President also appealed for public cooperation and generosity, urging Filipinos to help those affected by the typhoons, particularly in Catanduanes where relief goods are needed.