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Typhoon Gaemi wreaked havoc across the Philippines and Taiwan, claiming lives and causing widespread devastation. In the Philippines, the storm's torrential rains led to deadly landslides and floods that resulted in the loss of 22 lives, with over 200 individuals injured.
Typhoon Gaemi wreaked havoc across the Philippines and Taiwan, claiming lives and causing widespread devastation. In the Philippines, the storm’s torrential rains led to deadly landslides and floods that resulted in the loss of 22 lives, with over 200 individuals injured. Although the typhoon did not make landfall in the Philippines, it exacerbated seasonal monsoon rains, displacing more than 600,000 people and stranding hundreds in ports with cancelled flights and maritime disruptions.
In Taiwan, Gaemi’s impact was equally severe, claiming the lives of three individuals amidst extensive flooding and power outages affecting around half a million households. The storm, packing winds up to 227 kph (141 mph), forced the closure of offices and schools for two consecutive days as authorities urged residents to stay indoors and away from coastal areas.
Southern Taiwan reported record-breaking rainfall accumulations, reaching 2,200 mm (87 inches) since Tuesday, prompting the suspension of trains and cancellation of numerous domestic and international flights.
Taiwan’s response to the typhoon highlighted its advanced warning systems yet underscored the challenges posed by its dense population and sophisticated economy in mitigating storm-related losses. Gaemi, now heading towards China’s Fujian province, continues to pose a threat with forecasts of additional heavy rainfall. As both nations grapple with the aftermath, rescue efforts and emergency responses remain critical in addressing the humanitarian and infrastructural impacts of Typhoon Gaemi’s devastating passage.
