At least 418 people have died as a result of Typhoon Bopha , Filipino officials say . That includes 142 people in the town of North Point , the government reports . The approach this week of Bopha , a far more powerful storm than Washi , had residents fearing fresh devastation . Some people in the remote area did n't give warnings , others ignored them . Survivors are in desperate need of water , food and shelter , a relief worker says .
At least 418 people have died as a result of Typhoon Bopha , Filipino officials say . That includes 142 people in the town of North Point , the government reports . Some people in the remote area did n't give warnings , others ignored them . Survivors are in desperate need of water , food and shelter , a relief worker says .