Super typhoon nears Philippines as thousands evacuate
Summary
A super typhoon named Ragasa is approaching the Philippines, causing thousands of residents to evacuate. The storm is set to bring strong winds and the possibility of severe flooding and landslides as it affects parts of the Philippines and southern China.Key Facts
- Super typhoon Ragasa is expected to hit northern Philippine islands on Monday.
- Ragasa has wind gusts reaching 230 km/h (143 mph).
- Authorities warn of a high risk of life-threatening storm surges and flooding.
- Schools and government offices in large areas, including Manila, are closed.
- About 20,000 people live on the Batanes or Babuyan islands, where Ragasa is set to make landfall.
- In Taiwan, Ragasa will bring heavy rains and some areas have closed forest areas and trails.
- The storm will affect southern China with heavy rain and strong winds expected.
- Ragasa, known locally as Nando, follows weeks of severe monsoon flooding in the Philippines.
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