One killed as typhoon hits Philippines, hundreds of flights halted

Residents stand among their damaged houses after Typhoon Kammuri hit Legazpi City, Albay, Philippines.

A typhoon struck the Philippines on Tuesday, killing one man and bringing heavy rains that prompted suspension of air travel and government offices in the capital, and warnings of floods, storm surges and landslides.

Local governments evacuated some 225,000 people ahead of the arrival overnight of Typhoon Kammuri, known locally as Tisoy, which weakened slightly and picked up speed as it moved across central parts of the archipelago.