Thousands evacuate as Typhoon Danas hits Taiwan with heavy rain
Nearly 3,000 people in Taiwan evacuated due to Typhoon Danas, causing floods and landslides with wind speeds of 137km/h. At least 28 minor injuries reported. Heavy rain expected to continue as the typhoon moves north.
Nearly 3,000 people in Taiwan evacuated their homes on Sunday (Jul 6) as Typhoon Danas brought heavy rain, floods, and landslides to the island. Danas, with wind speeds of 137km/h, is moving north along Taiwan's west coast. At least 28 people suffered minor injuries, and over 500ml of rain fell in southern Taiwan. The weather agency warned of more heavy rain as the typhoon progresses northward.
The strongest wind and rain impacts are expected tonight through tomorrow morning. Most evacuees were from mountainous areas near Kaohsiung. There were 10 landslides and 49 flooded areas, but the situation has improved. Taiwan experiences frequent tropical storms from July to October.
According to the source: CNA.
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