Typhoon Kalmaegi caused deaths, flooding and mass displacement after crossing the central Philippines.

What happened

Authorities opened shelters and conducted rescue operations as heavy rain triggered dangerous conditions.

Why it matters

The storm again showed the Philippines’ severe exposure to tropical cyclones and the importance of resilient housing and early warnings.

References

Background sources: November 2025 current-events archive; Associated Press World News; and Reuters World News. Original English summary for Yeni Sesler; review before publication.