Marcos orders creation of storm surge risk map for typhoon-prone areas in the Philippines

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has directed authorities to create a storm surge risk map for areas vulnerable to typhoons. This decision follows a briefing on Typhoon Pepito, where he highlighted the dangers of storm surges, recalling the impact of Super Typhoon Yolanda. The new map aims to help local governments issue early warnings for storm surges. Marcos emphasized the importance of knowing elevation levels to ensure safe evacuations during severe weather events. Currently, a storm surge warning is in effect for over eight provinces in Luzon and Visayas due to Typhoon Pepito, with the state weather bureau advising residents in low-lying areas to avoid coastal regions.