Typhoon Krathon made landfall in Kaohsiung with maximum sustained winds of 126 kph and gusts up to 162 kph, prompting widespread warnings to residents to stay indoors.
The unusual trajectory of Typhoon Krathon surprised meteorologists as it hit Taiwan's west coast rather than the more common east coast, leading to significant rainfall and landslides.
The National Fire Agency reported two fatalities due to the typhoon, emphasizing the dangers with statements from officials urging residents to remain indoors and avoid unnecessary travel.
As domestic flights were canceled and schools remained closed, the impact of Typhoon Krathon was felt across Taiwan with over 240 international flights suspended and hundreds of disaster reports.
Collection
[
|
...
]