Heavy rains triggered massive flooding in several villages in Legazpi City on Saturday, Feb. 18, officials said. | MaAprilMierINQ /PDI
Southern Luzon issued a red rainfall warning in Albay and Sorsogon, which means low-lying villages and areas near river channels were being severely flooded.
Moderate to heavy rains were also expected in Camarines Sur, Catanduanes, and Masbate due to a low pressure area. Azur said six villages were flooded in Albay District, nine in the Legazpi Port Area, three in the southern area, and another in the northern area. Based on an initial report, pre-emptive evacuations were ordered in Barangays San Francisco and Ilawod West.
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