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PAGASA: No wrong forecast for Tropical Depression Usman
The state weather bureau responds to allegations that it gave an incorrect forecast for Tropical Depression Usman in December 2018

Wrong forecast worsened Usman death toll in Bicol – expert
(UPDATED) Late warnings and a lack of hazard awareness also played a role, says disaster scientist and Project NOAH director Mahar Lagmay

Death toll from Tropical Depression Usman rises to 126
(UPDATED) The NDRRMC says at least 60 persons are injured, while 26 remain missing

How Tropical Depression Usman affected schools
Aside from damage to school infrastructure, Tropical Depression Usman also placed students' lives in danger

Bicol farmers affected by Usman to get soft loans, aid
At least 28,714 farmers and 30,900.07 hectares in Bicol were affected by Usman and the tail end of the cold front

P12.5 million in aid given to victims of Tropical Depression Usman in Bicol
The region was among those hit badly by Usman, which triggered heavy rains that caused massive flooding and landslides

NDRRMC: At least 122 dead due to Tropical Depression Usman
(3rd UPDATE) The NDRRMC says 28 people are missing

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Residents in 2 areas in Tiwi, Albay asked to leave due to land cracks
Evacuation is ordered for fear of landslides
Robredo urges LGUs to strengthen disaster infrastructure
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NDRRMC: Tropical Depression Usman death toll climbs to 85
The NDRRMC, which is still validating the recorded deaths, says 20 people remain missing

#WalangPasok: Class suspensions for January 3, 4
Bookmark and refresh this page for a list of areas where classes have been suspended due to flooding and damage to infrastructure caused by Tropical Depression Usman

SK official, residents of Usman-hit Albay towns seek aid
Bariis Sangguniang Kabataan Chairman Judy Ann Coderis is seeking help on behalf of affected residents who need potable water and food, medicine, clothing, and hygiene kits

NDRRMC: Tropical Depression Usman death toll rises to 75
The number of deaths continues to rise as search and retrieval operations are underway

22 dead in Camarines Sur due to Usman
Of the 49 recorded casualties in the province, 27 are still being verified by Camarines Sur disaster officials

IN PHOTOS: Rescue and retrieval operations in Camarines Sur
The LPA that was Tropical Depression Usman leaves dozens of fatalities and damaged infrastructures

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#ReliefPH: Help victims of Tropical Depression Usman
People affected by Tropical Depression Usman need your help and support. This page shows how you can help.

Agri suffers P2.73 million production loss due to Tropical Depression Usman
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Bicol OCD: Tropical Depression Usman death toll climbs to 68
(UPDATED) The Office of Civil Defense -Bicol Region fears the number of fatalities will continue to increase

3 Bicol provinces under state of calamity due to Usman
(3rd UPDATE) At least 16 have died in Camarines Sur, 15 in Albay, and 6 in Sorsogon due to Tropical Depression Usman as of Sunday afternoon, December 30

How much rain did Tropical Depression Usman bring?
Here are the top 10 PAGASA stations with the highest amount of rainfall from December 28 to 29

LOOK: Heavy rain due to Usman floods Libon town
Waist-deep floods are seen in the town of Libon, Albay, where residents were forced to evacuate

DSWD continues Usman response, monitors Mindanao earthquake
Food packs are distributed to passengers stranded at ports, while its office in Northern Mindanao remains on alert following the earthquake that struck Davao Oriental

Tribal leader seeks help for displaced Mamanwa families in Samar
Residents in Samar villages isolated by floodwaters are asking for food and water

WATCH: Flooding in Samar, Sorsogon over Usman
(UPDATED) Heavy rains trigger flooding in areas along the path of Usman

Usman makes landfall in Eastern Samar, weakens into LPA
Though Tropical Depression Usman is now just a low pressure area, rain will continue in parts of Luzon and the Visayas on Saturday, December 29

Tropical Depression Usman nears Eastern Visayas
Usman slightly speeds up before dawn on Saturday, December 29, on its way to land

Slow-moving Usman set to hit land early December 29
Signal No. 1 is still raised in more than two dozen areas while Tropical Depression Usman makes its way to Eastern Visayas

Usman moving slowly again ahead of landfall
Light to heavy rain will continue in the Visayas and parts of Luzon on Friday evening, December 28, as Tropical Depression Usman heads for land

71 evacuation centers ready for displaced families in Tacloban City
Tacloban City Mayor Cristina Gonzales-Romualdez has also suspended work in government offices in the city over Tropical Depression Usman

Usman, still hardly moving, may hit land later than expected
Tropical Depression Usman could make landfall in Eastern Samar either on Friday evening, December 28, or early Saturday morning, December 29

Over 20,000 passengers stranded in ports over Usman
The Philippine Coast Guard says 1,772 rolling cargoes, 120 vessels, and 21 motorized boats are also stranded in ports across the country

Tropical Depression Usman barely moving; rain begins
Usman is almost stationary at 250 kilometers east of Guiuan, Eastern Samar, as of early Friday afternoon, December 28

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Lorenzana assures public: Gov’t ready for Usman
Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana still warns residents living along the forecast path of tropical depression path to be wary of landslides and floods

Tropical Depression Usman set to bring heavy rain
PAGASA warns that flash floods and landslides are possible in areas in Usman's path

Tropical Depression Usman on track to hit land December 28
More than 2 dozen areas are under Signal No. 1, with Usman's landfall expected on Friday evening, December 28

Signal No. 1 in 2 dozen areas as Usman slowly approaches
Tropical Depression Usman maintains its strength and slow pace late Thursday evening, December 27, as it heads for Eastern Visayas

20 areas under Signal No. 1 due to Tropical Depression Usman
Usman is 365 kilometers east of Guiuan, Eastern Samar, as of early Thursday evening, December 27

Tropical Depression Usman slows down again
There are 18 areas under Signal No. 1 due to Usman as of Thursday afternoon, December 27

PAGASA to residents, travelers: Brace for Usman
The state weather bureau reminds the public to closely monitor Tropical Depression Usman even while they're taking a break for the holidays

Tropical Depression Usman: Areas where sea travel is suspended
Bookmark and refresh this page for a list of areas where sea travel has been suspended for Thursday, December 27, due to Tropical Depression Usman

Signal No. 1 in 10 areas as Usman heads for land
Tropical Depression Usman is already 435 kilometers east of Guiuan, Eastern Samar, as of early Thursday morning, December 27

Eastern Samar under Signal No. 1 due to Usman
Tropical Depression Usman could make landfall in Eastern Samar on Friday, December 28
