35 tourists stranded in Batanes as Inday exits PH

Thirty-five tourists found themselves unexpectedly stranded in Batanes on July 11 as Typhoon Inday passed by the island-province and headed toward Japan. Local authorities reported that the tourists had to either extend their stay in hotels, lodgings, or at the guest center due to safety concerns. This situation highlights the vulnerability of remote areas to sudden weather changes and underscores the importance of flexible travel plans and emergency preparedness for both visitors and local authorities.