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November 22, 2013

Typhoon Haiyan Death Toll Surpasses 5,200 
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The Philippines has increased the official death toll from Typhoon
Haiyan to more than 5,200. The Philippines' National Disaster Agency
says at least 5,209 people have died, with many still missing. It is the
deadliest national disaster in Filipino history. The number of displaced
stands at more than four million, with a million homes damaged or
destroyed.

 

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