Fifth severe storm in three weeks, Typhoon Usagi, took over Philippines on Thursday. The typhoon made landfall in Baggao, Cagayan province, at 1:30pm local time. It prompted mass evacuations and triggered major travel disruptions for locals and tourists. This typhoon adds on to the complications in an already battered region. The Philippines’ national weather agency initially issued its highest storm alert. However, it was later downgraded as Usagi weakened slightly upon landfall. However, evacuation efforts have intensified as the storm moved north. Officials expect that a total of 40,000 people will seek safety in evacuation centers. Another powerful storm, Typhoon Man-yi, is expected to hit Manila on Sunday. Multiple travel advisories warn of extended disruptions in the days to come. Tourists are advised to stay informed of travel alerts and consider alternative destinations. Local officials have also been working to restore roadways, airports. However, recovery will take time, especially as severe storms continue to challenge both residents and visitors in this typhoon-prone nation.Mr Rueli Rapsing, head of the Cagayan disaster relief office, while speaking to media said that town officials are still probing the extent of the damage from the storm. “There were more homes that were partially or totally blown after Marce (Typhoon Yinxing). Currently, we’re moving around assessing the damage,” Mr Rapsing said.Pre-emptive evacuations of vulnerable residents in Typhoon Man-yi's path will start from today.