The World Meteorological Organization's report revealed that the Philippines experienced extreme weather events throughout 2024, attributed to human-induced climate change.

In January and February, eastern Mindanao faced heavy rainfall leading to flooding and a fatal landslide that claimed 93 lives.

Between February and May, the country experienced extreme heat, with April recording the highest temperature in Metro Manila at 38.8C.

From July to October, the Philippines was hit by the strongest typhoon of the season, bringing heavy rain to Basco, Batanes.

The report highlighted a record-breaking occurrence of 12 cyclones in the Philippines from September to November, more than double the usual number.

Over 13 million people were affected, with 1.4 million displaced across 17 regions, emphasizing the country's vulnerability to climate change.

Dr. Charina Lyn Amedo-Repollo, a Physical Oceanographer, stressed the need for global action to reduce emissions and shift to renewable energy to address the escalating climate crisis.

Congressman Edgar Chatto called for urgent measures to combat climate change, emphasizing the importance of transitioning to clean energy and building climate-resilient systems.

The WMO report also mentioned the Philippines' National Adaptation Plan, predicting an increase in the intensity of tropical cyclones and the occurrence of super typhoons.

The country accessed the Green Climate Fund for the Multi-hazard Impact-based Forecasting and Early Warning System project, marking a step towards climate resilience.