Super Typhoon Uwan, a powerful storm that hit the Philippines in 2025, has had a devastating impact on the country, affecting over 4.6 million people across 16 regions, according to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC). This staggering number is equivalent to 1.33 million families residing in 11,661 barangays. As of Thursday afternoon, the situation remains dire, with 177,120 families seeking shelter in 9,054 evacuation centers, and another 85,899 receiving assistance elsewhere. The death toll stands at 27, with 36 injured and two missing, all of which are still being validated. The storm has caused extensive damage, with 75,050 houses damaged and 10,738 destroyed in 13 regions. The agricultural sector has suffered an estimated loss of PHP143.72 million in four regions, while infrastructure damage is estimated at PHP675.02 million in six regions. President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has ordered round-the-clock relief and rehabilitation operations, directing all government agencies to remain on high alert to address the crisis.
