Cordillera Records Seven Deaths, Two Missing as Uwan Triggers Landslides

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The death toll in the Cordillera Region has climbed to seven, while two individuals remain missing following landslides and falling trees caused by the onslaught of Super Typhoon Uwan.

In Tinoc, Ifugao, a farmer died after being buried by a landslide while sleeping in his hut on November 9.

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In Benguet, Governor Melchor Diclas confirmed three fatalities — two in Buguias and one in Kabayan — all victims of landslides on November 10.

In Barlig, Mountain Province, a 57-year-old man was killed after being buried by collapsed soil at around 3:00 AM on November 10.

In Western Uma, Lubuagan, Kalinga, two individuals identified as Eric Magwin and Aki Magwin died in a landslide, while two others, Kagawad Redento Tino and Ricardo Magwin, remain missing.

Authorities expect the number of casualties to rise as validation continues, particularly in Ifugao, which was heavily affected by landslides and fallen trees.

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The Department of Social Welfare and Development–Cordillera has yet to release official data on the total number of affected families in the region.

Several houses in Kalinga and Mountain Province were reported damaged due to strong winds and heavy rains.

In Tanudan, Kalinga, floodwaters swept away two classrooms of Lubo Elementary School, while other schools in Mountain Province and Benguet also sustained damage.

Roads and bridges across the Cordillera Administrative Region remain impassable due to landslides, flooding, and fallen trees, with clearing operations ongoing by DPWH and local governments.

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Widespread power interruptions continue in Baguio City and Benguet Province, with authorities expecting full restoration by Wednesday after several posts were toppled.

Local governments, government agencies, and private establishments are providing free charging stations and temporary shelters for affected residents.

In Baguio City, no fatalities were recorded. City Engineering Office head Engr. Richard Benjamin Lardizabal said lagoons, canals, and creeks remained “manageable,” preventing major flooding.

Intermittent rains and strong winds persist in Baguio City and Benguet Province, prompting the suspension of classes at all levels in public and private schools across the region.

Government offices have resumed operations, with employees advised to exercise caution and monitor official announcements.

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