Torrential rains from tropical storm Ketsana has caused the worst flooding in decades in the Philippine capital of Manila and nearby provinces, reports BBC News.

BBC News also reports that 72 people are feared dead and more than 250,000 have been driven from their homes.

Twitterers in the Philippines have been posting incredible TwitPics depicting the flooding. One Twitterer even shows optimism. Here’s a sample:

“The flooded part of my school. T.T” per @tinkuhh:

“Flooded too in front of DLSU.” per @tinkuhh:

“Ust hospital yesterday at about 3 pm” per @RainGao:

“nakakatakot ung underpass sa ayala.:(  (frightening underpass ung sa ayala.: ( )” per @aacharl:

“Heavy Rainfall on Metro Manila Yesterday” per @reahguevarra:

“Clear skies and some sun above Katipunan Ave.” per @thewittleprince:

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