OCD: 'Exposed' PH population to Typhoon Uwan at 30.8 million

OCD: Population Exposed to Typhoon Uwan Reaches 30.8 Million

Millions of Filipinos should prepare for heavy rains and strong winds as super typhoon Uwan (international name: Fung-wong) approaches the country. At a news forum on Saturday, Office of Civil Defense (OCD) deputy spokesperson June Castillo reported that the total population in provinces exposed to Uwan is 30.8 million.

Coastal Exposure and Weather Signals

Castillo stated,

"[translate:Total population in coastal areas exposed to Typhoon Uwan… this is 1.6 million],"
highlighting vulnerable coastal communities. The state weather bureau PAGASA announced at 11 a.m. that Tropical Weather Cyclone Signal No. 2 was raised for eight areas across Luzon and the Visayas as Uwan rapidly intensified.

Definition of Exposed Population

Castillo explained the meaning of "exposed population":

"[translate:itong exposure na pinag-uusapan natin ay kung sino, saan ang hahagipin ng hangin, at mga dalang pag-ulan ng Bagyong Uwan (the exposure we are talking about here is who, where will the winds reach, and rains brought about by Typhoon Uwan).]"

Additional Risks: Landslides and Flooding

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources-Mines and Geosciences Bureau (DENR-MGB) has identified over 8,000 barangays that are also exposed and prone to rain-induced landslides and flooding.

Government Preparedness and Impact Projections

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. affirmed that all government agencies are on full alert to respond to Uwan’s impact. Previously, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) estimated that up to 8.4 million Filipinos might be affected, with the Ilocos Region expected to have the highest number of potential victims.

Summary: Approximately 30.8 million Filipinos face exposure to Typhoon Uwan, prompting full government readiness amid threats of severe winds, rains, and flooding.

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GMA Network GMA Network — 2025-11-08

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