At least 208 people have been killed in the devastation caused by Typhoon Rai, the most powerful typhoon to hit the Philippines this year. The typhoon smashed through the southern and central regions of the Philippines, destroying homes and infrastructure and causing flooding that has affected millions. Residents salvage parts of their homes damaged from Typhoon Rai in Talisay, Cebu province. Typhoon Rai is the strongest of 15 typhoons to hit the country this year. The speed with which Typhoon Rai intensified was a particular concern, she said.

Source: The Guardian December 19, 2021 13:07 UTC