My first day at work, and Typhoon Milenyo (international name "Xangxane") greeted my arrival with fury. I was trapped in the office. But I was excited as I've never experienced a typhoon before. So, I took my umbrella and camera, and dashed outside hoping to get a few shots of it.
Bad move.

The umbrella that I've been using for the past 2 years back in Singapore, didn't survive even 1 minute of it's life here in Manila.

How bad is the typhoon? See for yourself.



Because I was trapped, I can't go out far to buy proper food. Had to settle for this:

In the evening, the storm subsided, even though it still drizzles a little. This is when I see the extent of damage by the typhoon.


Warning on typhoon

Blackout all around the city. Main shopping malls like Glorietta and Greenbelt are closed for the day due to lack of electricity. Since they're closed, I have no other choice for dinner....

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