Typhoon Krathon Makes Landfall in Taiwan, Four Dead

Typhoon Krathon made landfall in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, on Thursday, causing severe disruptions and resulting in at least four fatalities and over 200 injuries. The storm, initially a super typhoon, weakened to a category one before hitting the island, bringing sustained winds of 126 kph (78 mph) and heavy rainfall that led to extensive flooding and infrastructural damage. Authorities issued shelter warnings to residents, but many were seen outside despite the dangerous conditions. As a precaution, all offices, schools, and financial markets across Taiwan were closed for the second consecutive day, significantly impacting the economy. The typhoon is expected to weaken into a tropical depression by Friday as it moves northward toward Taipei and subsequently across the Taiwan Strait. Additionally, warnings were issued for Okinawa, Japan, as the storm continues to affect the region with potential high waves and landslides.