Storm 'Isang' leaves two dead
MANILA, Philippines - Two minors died after they were hit by a lightning during the height of tropical storm “Isang,†disaster management officials said Friday.
The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) said the fatalities, identified as Rhea Jane Maseliones, 8 and Raymund Jay Maseliones, 11, were hit by lightning at 9:10 p.m. in Barangay Farola in Bantay, Ilocos Sur.
Two other persons namely Evelyn Cabarsi, 31, and Elejo Cabarsi, 23, were injured during the incident.
Local disaster management units are now providing assistance to the victims.
“Isang,†which affected several areas in Luzon and Visayas, left the Philippine area of responsibility Thursday.
NDRRMC said the Coast Guard in Aurora and North Eastern Luzon remains on alert and has advised fishermen to refrain from venturing into sea to avoid big waves.
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