Taiwan braces for powerful typhoon Gaemi as it brings heavy rain and strong winds to the island. The storm has already caused devastation in the Philippines, with at least 13 people dead and 600,000 displaced. In the Philippines, landslides and floods have been reported, leading to several deaths and the evacuation of thousands of residents.
In Taiwan, offices, schools, and tourist sites have been closed as the typhoon approaches. Fishing boats have been recalled to port and air travelers are rushing to board flights before the storm hits. The typhoon is expected to make a direct landfall in Yilan county in northern Taiwan.
In the Philippines, the storm has led to widespread flooding, trapping residents in their homes and prompting rescues from rooftops and upper floors. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered authorities to speed up efforts to deliver food and aid to isolated rural villages, where people may have gone days without food.
Despite the challenges posed by the storm, Taiwan has shown improvements in its resiliency through early warnings and preparations. The effects of the storm are expected to continue into Friday as it moves towards mainland China. The Philippine coast guard has been overwhelmed with requests for rescue from floodwater-trapped residents, while efforts are made to evacuate stranded passengers and cargo truck drivers.
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