Typhoon Gaemi to Hit Taiwan Tonight

Typhoon Gaemi, the most powerful typhoon to hit Taiwan in years, is expected to make landfall on Wednesday night, prompting the island to shutter offices, schools, and tourist sites. The storm has already caused significant disruption in the Philippines, leading to at least 13 deaths and displacing 600,000 people, with landslides and floods exacerbating the damage. In Taiwan, 29,000 soldiers are on standby for disaster relief, and over 2,100 residents in high-risk areas have been evacuated. The Han Kuang military exercises in Taiwan have been scaled back due to the typhoon, with air and naval drills canceled. Gaemi’s impact includes the cancellation of hundreds of flights and suspension of rail services, with authorities warning of severe rain and potential landslides.