Philippine coast guard and disaster agencies scrambled on Saturday to rescue thousands in a northern province flooded by Typhoon Vamco, the country`s deadliest cyclone this year.

Philippines scrambles to rescue thousands after Typhoon Vamco

Heavy rain effectively shut down Manila, the sprawling capital of 12 million people, and surrounding areas.

Typhoon Vamco lashes the Philippines, paralyses parts of Manila

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Philippines scrambles to rescue thousands after Typhoon Vamco

Typhoon Vamco lashes the Philippines, paralyses parts of Manila