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Super Typhoon Kong-Rey Makes Landfall in Taiwan, Leaving Trail of Destruction

Taipei, Taiwan - October 31, 2024 - Super Typhoon Kong-rey, one of the most powerful storms to hit Taiwan in decades, slammed into the island's eastern coast on Thursday afternoon, bringing heavy rains, violent winds, and widespread damage.

According to reports from the Central Weather Administration (CWA), Kong-rey made landfall in Taitung County with maximum sustained winds of 184 kilometers per hour (114 miles per hour) and gusts reaching nearly 300 kilometers per hour (186 miles per hour). The typhoon triggered evacuations, caused at least one confirmed fatality, and injured at least 73 people.


News outlets like ferozwala (@ferozwala) reported that schools and workplaces across Taiwan were closed in anticipation of the storm's arrival. Supermarkets were reportedly emptied by residents stocking up on supplies. Taiwanese authorities, alerted by the impending danger, evacuated over 8,600 people from flood-prone areas and regions susceptible to landslides and mudslides, as reported by Son Dakika Haberler (@sondakikarhaber).


While the full extent of the damage is still being assessed, initial reports suggest widespread destruction. News outlets like Infobae Venezuela (@infobaevzla) highlight the threat of flooding, landslides, and significant property damage.


The international community is monitoring the situation closely. Max Archer (@MaxArcherWX), a meteorologist, expressed the storm's power on social media. News outlets from around the world, including Sky tg24 (@SkyTG24), Agência Lusa (@Lusa_noticias), and CDN Digital (@cebudailynews), reported on the developing situation.

The situation remains fluid, and further updates are expected as rescue and recovery efforts get underway.

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