Typhoon Wipha has battered large parts of Southeast Asia, including Vietnam, China, Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, and the Philippines, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and severe flooding.
The storm caused major travel chaos, with hundreds of flights canceled or delayed, airports closed, and public transport disrupted. Authorities in Vietnam and China placed coastal regions on emergency alert, mobilizing soldiers and suspending classes and production to prepare for potential landslides and flash floods. While Hong Kong and Macau escaped the worst damage, northern Vietnam and southern China experienced significant power outages, property damage, and casualties.
The storm has highlighted the region's vulnerability to extreme weather, with ongoing warnings for further rainfall and flooding.
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