Manila, Philippines — Widespread flooding and landslides set off by a tropical storm in the northeastern Philippines on Thursday left at least 24 people dead, swept away cars and prompted authorities to scramble for motorboats to rescue trapped villagers, some on roofs.

Tropical Storm Trami made landfall in the northeastern portion of the Philippines' main Luzon island early on Thursday, forcing schools and government offices to shut for a second straight day as disaster agencies brace for more rains and floods.

In this photo provided by the Philippine Coast Guard, rescuers assist residents as they navigate floods caused by Tropical Storm Trami inundate their village at Nabua, Camarines Sur province, Philippines on Oct 24. (AP)

By Mikhail Flores MANILA (Reuters) -At least 14 people were killed in the Philippines as Tropical Storm Trami flooded villages, inundated rivers and forced tens of thousands of people to flee their homes as it approached the eastern coast.

Thousands of people were evacuated from their homes as parts of the country experienced unprecedented flooding, the authorities said.