🌬️ Typhoon Kong-rey, the 21st typhoon of the year, unleashed its fury on the Taiwan region, making landfall in southeastern Taitung County at around 2 p.m. on Thursday. Sadly, the storm has claimed 3 lives and left dozens injured.
Residents in the eastern counties of Hualien and Taitung faced powerful winds and torrential rains throughout the day, turning streets into rivers and forcing people to stay indoors. With safety as a priority, work and school were suspended across the island. ✋
Travel plans? Forget about it! 🚫✈️🚄 The typhoon caused massive disruptions, with most trains, flights, and ferries canceled. Travelers were left stranded, and the usually bustling transport hubs became eerily quiet.
But it's not over yet! According to the National Meteorological Center, Typhoon Kong-rey is shifting northeast toward Fujian and Zhejiang provinces. Coastal areas are bracing themselves as the storm could make landfall along the Chinese mainland coasts.
In response, several coastal provinces have kicked into high gear, launching emergency measures. Mass evacuations are underway, and train and ferry services are on hold to ensure everyone's safety.
Stay safe out there, folks! If you're in the affected areas, make sure to follow local guidelines and keep an eye on weather updates. 🌂
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
