Thousands evacuated in Taiwan as Tropical Storm Fung-wong closes in
Summary
Over 3,300 people in Taiwan have been moved from their homes because Tropical Storm Fung-Wong is approaching the island, bringing heavy rain and winds. The storm, which has weakened from a super typhoon, is expected to hit Taiwan soon, causing schools and businesses to close and domestic flights to be canceled. The government has issued evacuation orders, especially in Hualien County, due to concerns about flooding and landslides.Key Facts
- More than 3,300 people evacuated in Taiwan due to Tropical Storm Fung-Wong.
- The storm was located 87 miles southwest of Taiwan on Wednesday morning.
- Winds are hitting 72 km/h (45 mph) with gusts up to 101 km/h (63 mph).
- Fung-Wong was previously a super typhoon and is now weakened.
- The storm is expected to make landfall and move northeast over Taiwan on Wednesday.
- Earlier, the storm caused 18 deaths in the Philippines.
- Many schools and businesses in southern and eastern Taiwan are closed.
- Hualien County is under evacuation orders due to its risk of landslides and flooding.
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