Super Typhoon Ragasa’s Deadly Path

Super Typhoon Ragasa has left a trail of devastation across East Asia, with its deadly path claiming at least 14 lives in Taiwan after a barrier lake burst in Hualien County, triggering powerful floods through Guangfu township. Over 124 people remain missing as rescue efforts intensify.

The typhoon, with winds of up to 195 km/h, wreaked havoc across the region. In Taiwan, it tore off roofs, collapsed bridges, and caused widespread damage. Thousands of residents were forced to evacuate as the storm moved through the island. The Philippines bore the brunt of the typhoon earlier, with two confirmed deaths and tens of thousands displaced by the storm’s violent winds and rain.

Ragasa’s impact was also severely felt in Hong Kong, where authorities issued the highest T10 warning due to towering waves reaching up to five meters. Southern China was not spared, as the typhoon prompted the evacuation of over 400,000 people. Schools and businesses were closed in the face of impending danger.

As the typhoon continues its westward journey, officials are warning of catastrophic flooding, severe storm surges, and widespread infrastructure damage in its wake. Communities across the affected regions are bracing for further devastation, while rescue teams and relief efforts work around the clock to save lives and mitigate damage. The situation remains dire, with more lives at risk as the storm pushes forward.

This ongoing disaster highlights the increasing threats posed by such powerful storms, reminding authorities and citizens alike of the urgent need for preparedness and swift action in the face of extreme weather events.