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New storm hits north Philippines; at least 2 dead
Aug 15th, 2012
A second tropical storm in as many weeks battered the northern Philippines after making landfall Wednesday, killing at least two people, as forecasters warned that the still-reeling capital could see more flooding. (Source: Associated Press) -
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