Typhoon Champi struck Taiwan, killing one person and injuring 350 others, authorities confirmed on Tuesday.
Officials warned residents of the island’s northeast about “destructive winds” as the storm passed, urging people to seek shelter and take precautions against high winds and flooding.
The typhoon’s passage left a trail of damage across the affected regions, with the casualty figures reported by local emergency services. No further details on the circumstances of the fatality or injuries were provided at this time.
Local authorities have mobilised emergency response teams and set up shelters for those displaced by the storm. Residents were advised to stay indoors and avoid travel until the winds subside.
Taiwan, an island nation in East Asia, frequently faces typhoons each year, and the government has established protocols to manage such natural disasters. The latest event underscores the importance of preparedness during the typhoon season.
<small>Source: Al Jazeera — read the original story there.</small>
