Typhoon Tino Claims 224 Lives Across Philippines
The death toll from Typhoon Tino has climbed to 224 individuals, with the province of Cebu suffering the most significant impact, according to the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) on Sunday, November 9, 2025. The devastating typhoon has left a trail of destruction across multiple regions in the central Philippines, prompting massive rescue and relief operations.
Regional Breakdown of Casualties and Missing Persons
Cebu province recorded the highest number of fatalities with 158 deaths, followed by Negros Occidental with 27 casualties and Negros Oriental with 20 fatalities. Other affected areas include Caraga region with eight deaths, Capiz with three fatalities, while both Leyte and Southern Leyte reported two deaths each. Single fatalities were recorded in Antique, Iloilo, Guimaras, and Bohol provinces.
The disaster agency also reported 109 individuals remain missing, with Cebu accounting for 57 missing persons, Negros Occidental for 42, and Negros Oriental for 10. Additionally, 526 people sustained injuries during the typhoon's onslaught.
Ongoing Rescue Operations and Widespread Impact
Rescue teams composed of military personnel, local disaster response units, and volunteers continue their search operations for missing individuals. The coordinated effort aims to locate survivors and provide immediate assistance to affected communities.
According to a situational report from the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC), more than 3.3 million individuals felt the destructive effects of Typhoon Tino. The government has distributed nearly P251 million worth of assistance to affected families struggling to recover from the disaster.
The agricultural sector suffered substantial damage estimated at P43 million, while infrastructure damage reached P17.2 million. These economic losses compound the humanitarian crisis facing the affected regions as communities work to rebuild their lives and livelihoods.
