Travel Gridlocked as Typhoon Tino Approaches Central Visayas
The looming typhoon Tino (Kalmaegi) has brought transportation in Central Visayas to a near halt. Both sea and air travel have been suspended, and provincial bus services have stopped operating amid safety concerns.
Port Closures and Stranded Travelers
On Monday morning, November 3, 2025, the Cebu Port Authority (CPA) shut down all ports and terminals to passengers throughout the province in anticipation of the storm surge and rough seas. All sea trips were confirmed suspended.
- The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) Region 7 reported 477 passengers and 21 vessels, carrying 78 rolling cargoes, stranded at the ports of Central Visayas since midnight.
- Weather conditions prevented 129 vessels and 12 motorbancas from departing.
Airport Disruptions
Over 50 flights at Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) were canceled as a precaution against the typhoon. Data from MCIA showed 53 canceled flights on Monday, including departures and arrivals.
- Affected routes include Siargao, Surigao, Borongan, Tacloban, Butuan, Caticlan, Cagayan de Oro, Bacolod, Iloilo, and Manila.
Upcoming Flight Cancellations
An additional 34 flights—17 departures and 17 arrivals—scheduled for Tuesday, November 4, are also expected to be canceled.
Officials Address Panic Buying
Fear of shortages has led to panic buying among residents. In response, local officials have reassured the public about the stability of local supplies during this period.
"Local authorities have issued assurances regarding the continuity and sufficiency of supplies despite the disruptions."
Author's summary: Typhoon Tino's arrival has halted transportation in Central Visayas, causing stranded passengers and flight cancellations, while officials work to calm panic buying.