Typhoon Krathon has caused significant damage as it approaches Taiwan, with one person killed, two missing, and 70 injured.
The storm has led to the closure of schools, offices, and financial markets while grounding domestic and international flights.
The typhoon, which briefly reached super typhoon status, weakened slightly but remains dangerous as it heads slowly toward Taiwan’s southwest.
Coastal areas, particularly Taiwan’s densely populated west coast, have been warned of strong winds and storm surges.
Mountainous regions are also at risk of landslides and heavy rainfall. In Kaohsiung, large waves have battered the coast as authorities continue to urge people to stay home.
More than 38,000 troops are on standby, and nearly 10,000 people have been evacuated from mountain areas.
Rescue operations are underway after a man in his 70s died from falling out of a tree, and two others are missing—one swept into rough seas and another lost in a river. Most injuries occurred in Taitung, with one person missing in Yunlin County.
Although Taiwan frequently experiences typhoons, it is rare for one to make landfall on the west coast. Forecast models vary, but Taiwan’s Central Weather Administration (CWA) predicts Krathon will hit between Kaohsiung and Tainan early Thursday.
Kaohsiung officials have drawn parallels to Typhoon Thelma in 1977, which killed 37 people, warning residents to be vigilant. A record number of sandbags have been distributed in anticipation.
Residents brace for strong winds and landslides, as Krathon nears Taiwan’s southwest coast.Domestic and international transport has been disrupted, with hundreds of flights canceled and rail services suspended.
The slow-moving typhoon is expected to bring rain and strong winds into the weekend, despite weakening, according to the CWA.
Typhoon Krathon has caused significant damage as it approaches Taiwan, with one person killed, two missing, and 70 injured.
The storm has led to the closure of schools, offices, and financial markets while grounding domestic and international flights.
The typhoon, which briefly reached super typhoon status, weakened slightly but remains dangerous as it heads slowly toward Taiwan’s southwest.
Coastal areas, particularly Taiwan’s densely populated west coast, have been warned of strong winds and storm surges. Mountainous regions are also at risk of landslides and heavy rainfall. In Kaohsiung, large waves have battered the coast as authorities continue to urge people to stay home.
More than 38,000 troops are on standby, and nearly 10,000 people have been evacuated from mountain areas.
Rescue operations are underway after a man in his 70s died from falling out of a tree, and two others are missing—one swept into rough seas and another lost in a river. Most injuries occurred in Taitung, with one person missing in Yunlin County.
Although Taiwan frequently experiences typhoons, it is rare for one to make landfall on the west coast. Forecast models vary, but Taiwan’s Central Weather Administration (CWA) predicts Krathon will hit between Kaohsiung and Tainan early Thursday.
Kaohsiung officials have drawn parallels to Typhoon Thelma in 1977, which killed 37 people, warning residents to be vigilant.
A record number of sandbags have been distributed in anticipation. Domestic and international transport has been disrupted, with hundreds of flights canceled and rail services suspended.
The slow-moving typhoon is expected to bring rain and strong winds into the weekend, despite weakening, according to the CWA.