The death toll from Typhoon Inday and the enhanced southwest monsoon has risen to 18, with 12 people still missing, according to the Office of Civil Defense.
The weather disturbance has affected about 562,000 people nationwide, while the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) warned that monsoon rains will continue over several parts of the country despite Inday’s exit.
Hundreds of passengers and vehicles remain stranded at ports due to rough weather, as the Philippine National Police continues search, rescue, and clearing operations in affected areas.
The Philippine Space Agency has also mapped extensive flooding in agricultural areas across Mindanao.
Meanwhile, Sen. Joel Villanueva called for stronger disaster preparedness and closer coordination among government agencies as the typhoon season continues.
Source: PhilNews24 | July 13, 2026
