Wang, 32, and her friends were in Panglao for a three-day vacation, but their return to Cebu was marred by news that Typhoon “Ompong” (international name: Mangkhut) was to hit the country. ADVERTISEMENTOmpong, perceived to be the strongest typhoon to hit the country this year, will bring heavy to intense rains starting Friday. “We (are) in a hurry to return to Cebu (because) we don’t want to be stranded,” she said. Boat trips since Thursday noon have been canceled, following advisories from the Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) and the Philippine Coast Guard due to Ompong. Although the typhoon was projected to hit the extreme northern region of Luzon, government offices have prepared for eventualities.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer September 13, 2018 10:30 UTC