Manila: The Philippines ordered thousands to evacuate and shut ports as Typhoon Toraji hit its northeast coast near Dilasag, officials reported today. Typhoon Toraji hit northeastern Aurora province in the Philippines today, around 220 kilometers from Manila, bringing strong winds and heavy rains. According to Oman News Agency, the storm made landfall with winds of up to 130 km/h (81 mph) and gusts reaching 180 km/h (112 mph). It is expected to move northwest across Luzon, weakening as it crosses mountainous terrain. Mandatory evacuations were ordered for 2,500 villages across Luzon amid warnings of potential landslides and flooding from the heavy rains.
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