Natural disasters in the Philippines

The Philippines is one of the countries with the highest disaster risks globally due to its geographical position. In this report, the country is positioned across the globe in terms of its exposure to tropical cyclones and the number of people displaced due to calamities. The following chapters include facts and figures on fatalities and damages caused by natural disasters, alongside specific data on the impacts of typhoons and floods, and volcanic activities. Finally, figures on the economic impact of climate disasters and how much the national government is spending on managing such disasters are included.