Footage shows strong winds and dark clouds hovering over homes as Typhoon Ambo made landfall in the Philippines today (May 14).

The storm, with international name Vongfong, made landfall over Eastern Samar province at 12:15 p.m, bringing gusts of up to 180kmph.

Eastern Samar and nearby provinces earlier suspended public and private work due to the typhoon that is expected to bring violent winds and heavy rains.

Typhoon Ambo is the first typhoon to hit the country this year in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic. Millions of locals are still reeling from the economic problems caused by the coronavirus . Many now face being evacuated into shelters amid fears the storm could inflict severe damage.