Typhoon Doksuri's devastating impact on both the Philippines and Taiwan has resulted in loss of life, widespread damage, and disruptions to daily life. On July 27, in the Philippines, the ferocious winds and heavy rains triggered floods and landslides, claiming at least six lives, with casualties reported in various provinces. The storm, classified as a second-strongest typhoon by Taiwan's weather bureau, continued its path towards the southern Taiwan Strait with maximum winds of 191 km per hour, Al Jazeera reported on July 27.
In Taiwan, authorities took significant precautions to safeguard lives and property, issuing wind and rain warnings in the southern part of the island, including the major port city of Kaohsiung. Businesses and schools were closed, domestic flights were suspended, and railway services were shut down in affected areas. Over 4,000 people were evacuated, particularly in mountainous regions where substantial rainfall was recorded and forecasted.
While Typhoon Doksuri has caused significant damage and disruption in the region, both the Philippines and Taiwan were able to respond with precautionary measures and disaster management efforts. Despite the significant impact on Taiwan, the majority of power outages have been restored, and authorities are continuing to monitor the situation closely.
As the typhoon heads towards southern China, the country's National Meteorological Centre has upgraded its warning alert to the highest level, urging people to take necessary precautions and brace for its impact. China's southern regions are no strangers to typhoon landfalls, with Typhoon Talim having slammed into Guangdong province just two weeks prior.
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