Uprooted coconut trees and destroyed house are seen next to a signage in Dapa town, Siargao island on Dec 21, 2021, days after super Typhoon Rai devastated the island. - AFP
GENERAL LUNA, Philippines (AFP): Resort and bar owners on a Philippine island popular with surfers and tourists were expecting a bumper Christmas holiday after Covid-19 restrictions finally eased. Then Super Typhoon Rai wiped them out.
The strongest storm to hit the archipelago this year cut a swathe through Siargao, a tropical paradise known for its sandy beaches, big waves and relaxed vibe.
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