A New Storm Brews: Philippines Braces for Another Hit

It's been a rough few weeks for the Philippines, with four major storms already battering the country. Now, there's a fifth one on the way, and it's picking up speed. Tropical Storm Usagi is headed straight for Luzon, the country's largest island, and it's expected to make landfall in just two days. The national weather agency is warning of heavy rain, strong winds, and even coastal flooding. This comes just days after Typhoon Toraji, which thankfully caused limited damage and no reported deaths. The government had evacuated over 32, 000 people ahead of Toraji, and now they're keeping a close eye on Usagi. The Philippines is no stranger to storms. Every year, about 20 big storms and typhoons hit the country, causing devastation and keeping millions in poverty. A recent study shows that these storms are getting stronger and forming closer to coastlines due to climate change. It's a worrying trend that the Philippines, and many other countries, are facing. After Toraji, the government reported no casualties, but around 15, 000 people are still in evacuation centers. Utility workers are busy repairing damage and restoring power. But the work might not be done in time for Usagi. And if that's not enough, there's another storm, Tropical Storm Man-yi, that could threaten the Philippines next week. It's a challenging time for the country, that's for sure.