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Flooding in the Philippines: At least 13 dead after torrential rains

Flooding and landslides in the Philippines have resulted in the deaths of at least 13 people. Schools and public buildings have been closed on the island of Luzon.

10. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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At least 13 people have lost their lives in the Philippines due to flooding and landslides caused by nine days of torrential rain, according to Le Journal de Montréal. The intense rainfall was intensified by tropical storms, worsening the situation in the region.

Authorities have responded by closing schools and public buildings on the main island of Luzon. In Manila, the capital, streets have been flooded, disrupting local activities, according to reports from Le Monde.