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Typhoon deaths fewer than feared, Philippines president says

Devastating effects of Typhoon Haiyan that swept through coastal villages of Philippines.

Philippines: The President of the Philippines, Benigno Aquino, says the death toll from Friday's typhoon may be lower than first thought.

In an interview with CNN, he said the number of 10,000 killed was "too high" and the figure was more likely up to 2,500.

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