Typhoon Rai: dozens more deaths confirmed as relief efforts ramp up in Philippines

Death toll surges past 200 as rescue efforts continue in towns on devastated island of Bohol

At least 208 people have been killed in the devastation caused by Typhoon Rai, the most powerful typhoon to hit the Philippines this year.

More than 300,000 people were forced to flee their homes by the storm, which barrelled into the country on Thursday with wind speeds of 195km/h (120mph). The typhoon smashed through the southern and central regions of the Philippines, destroying homes and infrastructure and causing flooding that has affected millions.