- Typhoon Gaemi results in 25 deaths across Taiwan and the Philippines.
- Over 150,000 evacuated in China’s Fujian province ahead of landfall.
- Heavy rains expected in Beijing and other inland areas.
Typhoon Gaemi has wrought havoc in Taiwan, the Philippines, and China. In Taiwan, the typhoon caused significant flooding and landslides, leading to three fatalities and injuring 380 individuals.
Offices and schools were shut down, and residents were advised to stay indoors.
Typhoon Gaemi Wreaks Havoc in Taiwan, Philippines, and China
The storm’s impact on the Philippines was also severe, with 22 people dead and three missing due to intensified seasonal rains. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. ordered urgent food and aid deliveries to the most affected rural regions. As Gaemi approaches China’s Fujian province, authorities have evacuated over 150,000 people and suspended transport services to mitigate the storm’s impact.
In the Philippines, Gaemi, known locally as Carina, intensified monsoon rains, leading to 22 deaths and several people missing. The government suspended work and classes in the capital region due to severe flooding. President Marcos Jr. emphasized the urgent need for aid delivery to isolated communities.
China is bracing for Gaemi’s landfall in Fujian province, where over 150,000 residents have been evacuated. The storm has led to the cancellation of flights, trains, and ferry services. Forecasters predict that the typhoon will bring heavy rains to Beijing and other inland areas over the coming days.
The region is no stranger to typhoons, but Gaemi’s intensity and the resulting damage highlight the challenges in disaster preparedness and response. The affected countries are now focused on recovery efforts, with immediate priorities including rescue operations and the distribution of essential supplies to the hardest-hit areas.
As Typhoon Gaemi continues its path of destruction, the affected regions are grappling with the aftermath and focusing on recovery efforts. The swift response by authorities aims to mitigate further loss and aid those in need.
“People there may not have eaten for days,” said Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., emphasizing the urgency of aid delivery to rural villages affected by the storm.