In brief
As Super Typhoon Kong-rey looms closer to Taiwan, officials have issued warnings of heavy rainfall and potential landslides as the storm is expected to land on the island’s eastern coast as a Category 4 hurricane. Preparations have included flight cancellations and seaside evacuations as the storm builds strength while traveling past the northern Philippines.
---Super Typhoon Kong-rey continues its fierce advance toward Taiwan, with predictions that it will make landfall as a major hurricane on Thursday. This unprecedented late-season storm is accompanied by heavy rain and gusty winds defined by meteorologists as equivalent to a Category 4 hurricane. Taiwanese authorities, aware of the storm's severity, grounded flights and called for boats to return to shore as precautionary measures. Premier Cho Jung-tai voiced concerns during a recent visit to Taiwan's Central Weather Administration, noting the heightened risk of landslides and road blockages in eastern regions due to intensified rain.The super typhoon is currently maneuvering near the northern coast of the Philippines, where recent storms have already taken a toll, contributing to at least 139 fatalities and the disappearance of 21 individuals. In anticipation of Kong-rey's impact, Taiwan's government has issued land warnings, indicating that winds of at least 39 miles per hour are expected within 18 hours.As Kong-rey bears down, residents are urged to heed evacuation orders and weather advisories to minimize risks associated with the storm. The Central Weather Administration continues to monitor the storm's path closely, providing updates as they become available.
