Strong Typhoon Roars Toward Phillippines

MANILA, Philippines (AP) – A strong typhoon is roaring toward the eastern Philippines as authorities try to evacuate tens of thousands of people safely during a virus lockdown. The first typhoon to hit the archipelago this year is expected to slam ashore later Thursday. A lockdown to fight the coronavirus requires people to stay in their homes and prohibits all kinds of gatherings that can set off infections. Governors say social distancing will be nearly impossible for residents staying in emergency shelters. Some emergency shelters are now serving as quarantine facilities, and they may have to be turned back into storm shelters.