MANILA, Philippines Classes and office work were suspended, flights were canceled and power and water services were disrupted as Tropical Storm Kristine dumped heavy rains and caused torrential flooding in the Bicol region. Three persons were missin

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Track and Intensity Forecast of Severe Tropical Storm Kristine as of 5 p.m., Friday, October 25. (Photo from Pagasa/Facebook) MANILA, Philippines Severe Tropical Storm Kristine (international name: Trami) has accelerated but maintained its strength