Tacloban

Tropical Storm Mekkhala cuts short Pope Francis’ visit to Tacloban

Pope Francis has arrived in typhoon-hit city of Tacloban in the Philippines to hold an open-air Mass. Tacloban was devastated…

10 years ago

Typhoon Hagupit hits eastern Philippines

Typhoon Hagupit has hit the eastern Philippines, toppling trees and power lines and threatening coastal areas with a powerful sea-surge.…

10 years ago

Typhoon Hagupit: Tens of thousands of people seek shelter in Philippines

Tens of thousands of people in the Philippines have sought shelter as powerful Typhoon Hagupit heads towards the country. Typhoon…

10 years ago

Typhoon Haiyan: Philippines mark anniversary with memorial march in Tacloban

A memorial walk took place in the Philippines on the anniversary of Typhoon Haiyan which ravaged central parts of the…

10 years ago

Typhoon Haiyan: US and UK warships head to Philippines as UN appeals for aid

UK and US ships were heading to the Philippines as the UN appealed for aid amid the large-scale devastation caused…

11 years ago

Typhoon Haiyan: President Benigno Aquino declares state of national calamity in Philippines

President Benigno Aquino has declared a state of national calamity in Philippines in order to speed relief efforts for victims…

11 years ago

Typhoon Haiyan may have killed 10,000 people in Tacloban

According to Philippine officials, around 10,000 people may have died in just one area hit by Typhoon Haiyan. Typhoon Haiyan…

11 years ago