Severe weather events caused by Typhoon Bavi and the southwest monsoon in the Philippines have resulted in fatalities and widespread destruction across the country. According to official data, at least 17 people have died due to floods and landslides.
The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) announced to the Manila Inquirer that the death toll has reached 17. The agency said more than 514,000 people have been affected by the disaster, and work on determining the numbers of missing and injured is continuing.
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) reported that Typhoon Bavi left the country's territory as of 8:20 a.m. local time on Sunday and no longer has any effect.