The Philippines National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) stated on July 27 that since July 11, the Philippines has been continuously affected by Typhoon Gaemi, Typhoon Prapiroon and the southwest monsoon. As of July 27, the total number of people affected had exceeded 3.36 million. As of July 26, Typhoon Gaemi has caused at least 33 deaths in the Philippines, with three people missing. Metro Manila officials declared a state of calamity in the capital region on July 24.

CGTN went to Bulacan province, which was severely affected by the extreme weather, to record the flood situation and interview residents and relevant staff. One resident said he had lived in the province for most of his life, and this was the first time he had experienced such a severe flood.