Typhoon Danas Kills 2, Injures 300+ Across Taiwan, Cuts Power to 580,000 Homes

Typhoon Danas struck Taiwan's southwestern coast, bringing record winds and heavy rainfall that caused widespread damage, power outages, and forced thousands to evacuate. The storm resulted in two fatalities—one due to a falling tree and another from a respirator failure caused by a power outage—and injured over 330 people, with Tainan and Chiayi among the hardest hit. Danas disrupted infrastructure, including roads and power lines, leading to over 580,000 households losing electricity and suspension of schools, offices, and transport services such as ferry and high-speed rail. The typhoon's unusual path from southwest to northeast expanded the affected areas, resulting in flooding, landslides, and strong winds that damaged buildings and toppled thousands of trees. Authorities remain on alert for continuing hazards in mountainous regions and are coordinating emergency responses and repair efforts amid ongoing adverse weather. The storm is now weakening as it moves toward mainland China, where preparations are underway for its arrival.