The Province of Cebu is reeling from the devastation left by Typhoon Tino, which brought intense rainfall, severe flooding, and widespread destruction across several areas of the province.

Hundreds of residents have been affected, with numerous homes destroyed and entire communities submerged. Due to this, the Provincial Government of Cebu has declared a state of calamity under Executive Order No. 86 to speed up relief and recovery efforts.

According to Dodie Ladrera, Station Manager of Aksyon Radyo Cebu, clearing operations are ongoing to reopen roads and ensure disaster teams can reach the hardest-hit areas.

Talisay City suffered some of the worst damage, with reports of casualties still awaiting confirmation as search and retrieval operations continue.

Meanwhile, parts of Talamban, a northern district of Cebu, experienced flooding for the first time — including a high-end subdivision that was not previously prone to such disasters.

Governor Pamela Baricuatro has raised serious questions about the ₱26-billion flood control projects, criticizing their effectiveness after massive flooding inundated several parts of the province.

As of Wednesday morning, skies remain overcast, with light rain persisting but no more strong winds, Ladrera shares.

According to initial government assessments, an estimate of 706,549 individuals across the Visayas and nearby regions were affected by Typhoon Tino.

Authorities remain on heightened alert as recovery efforts intensify and local governments race to deliver aid to affected families.