Typhoon Champi kills one, injures 500 across Taiwan
Typhoon Champi swept past Taiwan killing one and injuring more than 500, with gusts to 227km/h.
One of the Pacific's strongest storms this year grazed Taiwan's northeastern coast on Saturday, leaving significant destruction. A man was swept away by waves off the island of Liuqiu.
Over 500 people were injured by heavy winds and rain. Some coastal areas recorded gusts about 227km/h, downing power lines and sending roof tiles flying.
The storm made a rare loop offshore, hugging the coastline before moving north. More than 288,000 homes lost power, though most were reconnected.
About 242 flights were cancelled and schools and offices shut for a second day in northern and central Taiwan. The typhoon is weakening but still packing winds around 126km/h as it heads toward China's eastern coast and southern Japan.
Taiwan is generally well prepared for typhoons, which keeps casualties low.
- 1 person
- Death toll
- 527 people
- Injuries
- 227km/h
- Maximum wind gusts
- 288,000
- Homes that lost power
Why it mattersMajor storms in the western Pacific can affect regional weather and supply chains across East and Southeast Asia.
AustraliaNo direct Australian effect yet, but severe weather in Taiwan and China can eventually influence regional patterns and trade.
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