Manila, Sept. 18 -- A localized thunderstorm has caused severe flooding in central Bukidnon, leaving three people dead and five missing as of Thursday, authorities reported.

According to a report by the Regional Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (RDRRMC) 10 (Northern Mindanao), all flood victims were residents of Valencia City.

The fatalities were identified as Larry Labay, 53; Jaya ; and King Winston Adran, 13. Valencia City was the most severely affected by the flooding, which began on Wednesday evening. The floodwaters impacted 808 families, or 1,851 individuals.

Mayor Amie Galario has already mobilized local government departments to provide relief and medical assistance and has ordered the suspension of classes.

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