State of Calamity

As of August 1, 2025, up to 227 local government units in the Philippines have declared a state of calamity due to severe damage from storms and the southwest monsoon. The affected regions include Calabarzon, Central Luzon, Negros Island Region, and Pangasinan, with total damages exceeding PHP11 billion. These declarations allow for immediate relief efforts such as financial aid and infrastructure rehabilitation in impacted communities.

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Last updated at August 2, 2025.

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