Typhoon Tino and Uwan bring 'Yolanda trauma and fear' for this Melbourne-based Filipina

Just a week after Typhoon Tino, Typhoon Uwan hit the Philippines, reigniting fear among Filipinos in Australia for their families back home.

Karen Cantos, from Melbourne but originally from Eastern Samar, fears for her family as memories of Super Typhoon Yolanda in 2013 come rushing back. Credit: Karen Cantos

Key Points

• Karen Cantos, from Melbourne but originally from Eastern Samar, fears for her family as memories of Super Typhoon Yolanda in 2013 come rushing back.
• With power out and communication limited, she relies on local authorities while hoping her home and loved ones remain safe.
• Karen’s family lives near coastal areas, and damage such as partially destroyed roofs highlights the ongoing vulnerability of typhoon-prone regions.

LISTEN TO

Bagyong Tino at Uwan, muling nagbalik ng 'takot at trauma ng Yolanda’ sa isang Pinay sa Melbourne

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