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The Philippines, located in the Western Pacific, is dubbed the "typhoon capital," experiencing over 20 typhoons annually, with an alarming trend toward more intense super typhoons. Recent years saw five super typhoons in 2024, and upwards of three during 2022 and 2023. Experts attribute this increase to climate change—warmer oceans fuel more powerful storms, which carry heavy rains leading to catastrophic floods.
Climate models predict that typhoons will continue to grow in strength, with the frequency of category 3 and higher storms expected to rise annually. Such storms not only cause immediate destruction but also worsen flooding through increased rainfall. The impact extends beyond property damage, affecting agriculture, transportation, and even psychological health.