The festive period in the Philippines has been abruptly overshadowed by the confirmation of a new tropical depression, Wilma. What began as a mere low-pressure area east of the Eastern Visayas has now rapidly escalated into Tropical Depression Wilma, immediately placing millions under threat.
As residents brace for the impact, the authorities have issued a stark warning: initial landfall is expected in less than 48 hours, threatening to bring severe wind and wave hazards to the heart of the country.
