Rough seas strand Visayas passengers

The weather disturbance, identified as Tropical Storm “Mabini”, generated gusts of up to 45 km/h and swell heights of 3 metres, halting ferry services at Iloilo, Bacolod and Roxas ports.

Local authorities deployed coast‑guard vessels and commercial boats to ferry stranded commuters to safety.

Officials warned that the storm could intensify before moving inland, urging residents to stay indoors.

The incident underscores the region’s vulnerability to climate‑related disruptions of maritime transport.