Typhoon Gaemi kills dozens and injures hundreds in Taiwan and Philippines
- Typhoon Gaemi has caused the evacuation of over 4,000 people from mountainous areas in Taiwan due to landslide risks and led to around 400 canceled flights.
- Gaemi made landfall in Yilan County, Taiwan, packing gusts up to 227 km/h, marking it the strongest typhoon to hit the island in eight years.
- Taiwan's government reports two deaths and 266 injuries, while President Lai Ching-te emphasizes safety and the crucial nature of the next 24 hours for emergency services.
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Typhoon Gaemi batters China after devastating Taiwan and the Philippines
Typhoon Gaemi struck China's coastal Fujian province on Friday, bringing heavy rains and strong winds, making it the most powerful storm to hit the country this year. The storm has affected nearly 630,000 people in Fujian, with almost half needing relocation, according to Xinhua news agency. Earlier in the week, Gaemi caused fatalities in Taiwan and worsened seasonal rains in the Philippines, resulting in dozens of deaths. Gaemi's winds reached …


Typhoon Gaemi lashes China after pounding Taiwan, Philippines
Typhoon Gaemi pummelled towns on China's coastal Fujian province on Friday with heavy rains and strong winds as the most powerful storm to hit the country this year began its widely watched trek into the populous interior.
The typhoon Gaemi, which hit Chinese coasts after devastating the Philippines and Taiwan, capsized an oil tanker containing about 1,500 tons of fuel.
Typhoon Gaemi: Philippines In ‘Race Against Time’ To Contain Oil Spill That Could Be Its Worst
Typhoon Gaemi is wreaking havoc as it batters through the Philippines and Taiwan. Several ships ran aground amid strong winds and high waves. Among the vessels that toppled is the Philippine-flagged tanker MT Terra Nova. It carried 1.4 million litres of oil before capsizing in Manila Bay. Watch this video for all the details.
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