Typhoon Kong-rey Unleashes Fury on Taiwan with Strong Winds
Typhoon Kong-rey made landfall in Taiwan on 31st October 2024, prompting a swift response from authorities as they took extensive precautions to ensure public safety. Schools, offices, and financial markets were closed, and thousands of residents were evacuated from high-risk areas.
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Why in the news? | Typhoon Kong-rey Unleashes Fury on Taiwan with Strong Winds |
Overview | Largest typhoon to directly impact Taiwan in nearly 30 years. |
Typhoon Characteristics | Peak winds exceeded 200 km/h (Category 4 hurricane equivalent). Weakened to a “moderate typhoon” by the evening. |
Impact | Over 70 injuries and at least 1 death (56-year-old woman hit by a falling tree). |
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