Thousands evacuated as Typhoon Mawar approaches Philippines

Satellite image of Typhoon Mawar approaching Philippines’ northern provinces (Nasa Worldview, Earth Observing System Data and Information System via AP)

Authorities in the Philippines have begun evacuating thousands of villagers, closed down schools and offices and imposed a sailing ban as Typhoon Mawar approaches the country’s northern provinces.

The precautions come a week after the US territory of Guam was battered by the storm.