Super Typhoon nears PH, to bring rains over Luzon, Visayas

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<p>Typhoon Gardo (international name: Maria) has entered the Philippine area of responsibility, threatening Luzon and Visayas with rains, the state weather bureau said Monday.</p>

Typhoon Gardo (international name: Maria) has entered the Philippine area of responsibility, threatening Luzon and Visayas with rains, the state weather bureau said Monday.

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