NDRRMC: 17 dead, over 514k affected by Typhoon Inday, Habagat

AT least 17 people have been confirmed dead, nine remain missing, and four others sustained injuries following the passage of Typhoon Inday and the widespread rains brought by the enhanced southwest monsoon or Habagat.

The latest update from the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC), released as of 6:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 11, paints a clearer picture of the storm’s impact across several regions of the country, highlighting the severe toll it took on lives and communities.

The disaster agency reported that more than 514,700 individuals—equivalent to approximately 112,500 families—have been affected by heavy rains, strong winds, flooding, and landslides. These communities are spread across provinces in Northern Luzon, Western Visayas, Mindanao, and other areas where the weather system dumped continuous rainfall for several days. Many residents were forced to leave their homes and seek temporary shelter in evacuation centers set up by local government units.

Infrastructure and housing also sustained damage, with the NDRRMC recording a total of 153 houses partially or completely destroyed by the storm and its accompanying hazards. While the figure is relatively contained compared to previous stronger typhoons, the damage adds to the burden of families already displaced or struggling with floodwaters. Assessment teams are still conducting on-site inspections in remote and hard‑to‑reach areas to ensure no damage is left unaccounted for.

To help those affected recover, the government has already released and distributed more than ₱16.4 million worth of relief assistance. This includes food packs, drinking water, hygiene kits, and other basic necessities provided through the Department of Social Welfare and Development, local government units, and partner agencies. The NDRRMC assured the public that response operations are ongoing, and search and rescue efforts continue to locate the nine missing persons as authorities work to restore normalcy in affected areas.