20 dead, 14 missing in cyclones, southwest monsoon in Philippines

In Philippines, at least 20 people have died, and 14 are missing due to the combined effects of the southwest monsoon as well as two recent tropical cyclones Ferdie and Gener. Since last week, some parts of the Philippines, including Palawan province, have experienced flooding due to foul weather. The inclement weather affected almost six lakh people in 12 regions



across the country, and the storms have damaged 930 houses and infrastructure.

An average of 20 typhoons lash the Philippines every year. The archipelago is prone to tropical cyclones which trigger heavy rains, flooding, and strong winds, resulting in casualties and destruction of crops and properties.