Childhood in the Path of Typhoons - Nice T. Mancha
Childhood in the Path of Typhoons A Visayan Literature By: Cecilia Manguerra Brainard When we speak of Typhoons and Storms, the Philippines is one on the list. It is very common for us to experience such calamities aside from earthquakes as we are lying in the Ring of Fire, and we are facing the Pacific Ocean, which is commonly the starting point of typhoons. Last December 16, 2021, we were severely hit by the Strong Typhoon Rai, locally known as Odette. It was the most unforgettable “couple of hours” in our lives as we fought, hardly prayed, and patiently waited for the typhoon to pass. Strong winds, heavy rains, and the possible storm surge, floods, or landslides that we eagerly take care of and observe since it is always expected to happen. In our case, we are also part of those people who are living in the coastal areas. The sea is just meters away. When the typhoon was approaching, we were already prepared as we’re also monitoring the progress of ...
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