The Philippines experiences some of the world's most powerful typhoons. This guide explains what to do before, during, and after a typhoon to keep you and your family safe.
Before a Typhoon
Monitor PAGASA advisories and storm signal levels for your area
Prepare a 72-hour emergency kit: water (at least 3 litres per person per day), non-perishable food, medicines, torch, battery-powered radio, important documents in a waterproof bag
Secure your home: board up windows, clear drains, secure loose objects outdoors
Know your evacuation route and the location of your nearest evacuation centre
Charge all devices and power banks before the storm arrives
Inform family members of your plans and meeting points
Stock up on cash — ATMs may be unavailable during and after the storm
During a Typhoon
Stay indoors and away from windows and glass doors
Do not attempt to cross flooded roads — just 30 cm of fast-moving water can knock you over; 60 cm can sweep away a vehicle
If ordered to evacuate, leave immediately — do not wait until the storm arrives
Listen to official updates on a battery-powered radio (DZBB 594 AM, DZMM 630 AM)
Avoid using electrical appliances during heavy rain and flooding
Move to higher floors if flooding occurs in your building
After a Typhoon
Wait for the official all-clear from PAGASA and your local government before going outside
Avoid floodwaters — they may be contaminated with sewage or hide open manholes and debris
Check for structural damage before re-entering buildings
Report damage to your local government unit (LGU)
Help neighbours, especially the elderly, children, and those with disabilities
Boil water before drinking until authorities confirm the water supply is safe
The Philippines experiences some of the world's most powerful typhoons. This guide explains what to do before, during, and after a typhoon to keep you and your family safe.
Before a Typhoon
Monitor PAGASA advisories and storm signal levels for your area
Prepare a 72-hour emergency kit: water (at least 3 litres per person per day), non-perishable food, medicines, torch, battery-powered radio, important documents in a waterproof bag
Secure your home: board up windows, clear drains, secure loose objects outdoors
Know your evacuation route and the location of your nearest evacuation centre
Charge all devices and power banks before the storm arrives
Inform family members of your plans and meeting points
Stock up on cash — ATMs may be unavailable during and after the storm
During a Typhoon
Stay indoors and away from windows and glass doors
Do not attempt to cross flooded roads — just 30 cm of fast-moving water can knock you over; 60 cm can sweep away a vehicle
If ordered to evacuate, leave immediately — do not wait until the storm arrives
Listen to official updates on a battery-powered radio (DZBB 594 AM, DZMM 630 AM)
Avoid using electrical appliances during heavy rain and flooding
Move to higher floors if flooding occurs in your building
After a Typhoon
Wait for the official all-clear from PAGASA and your local government before going outside
Avoid floodwaters — they may be contaminated with sewage or hide open manholes and debris
Check for structural damage before re-entering buildings
Report damage to your local government unit (LGU)
Help neighbours, especially the elderly, children, and those with disabilities
Boil water before drinking until authorities confirm the water supply is safe