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Taiwan: 1 dead, 73 injured as Typhoon Kong-rey, strongest in 3 decades, slams island
Typhoon Kong-rey, the strongest to hit Taiwan in over three decades, has left a trail of destruction in its wake, with one person dead, 73 injured, and thousands of homes without power.
Kong-rey, which made landfall in southern Taiwan on Saturday, brought with it torrential rain and winds of up to 234 km/h. The storm has caused widespread flooding and mudslides, and has also damaged buildings and infrastructure.
The storm is now moving northward and is expected to continue to bring heavy rain to Taiwan in the coming days. The government has issued a red alert for the entire island, urging people to stay indoors and be prepared for further flooding and landslides.
The Central Weather Bureau (CWB) said that Kong-rey is the strongest typhoon to hit Taiwan since 1990. The storm is expected to continue to bring heavy rain to Taiwan for the next few days, and the CWB has warned that there could be further flooding and landslides.
The government has deployed military personnel to help with the relief effort, and the Red Cross has set up shelters for those who have been displaced from their homes.
Typhoon Kong-rey has caused widespread damage in Taiwan, and the government is urging people to stay indoors and be prepared for further flooding and landslides.
The storm is expected to continue to bring heavy rain to Taiwan for the next few days, and the CWB has warned that there could be further flooding and landslides.
The government has deployed military personnel to help with the relief effort, and the Red Cross has set up shelters for those who have been displaced from their homes.
Here are some safety tips for those who are affected by Typhoon Kong-rey:
* Stay indoors and away from windows.
* If you must go outside, wear a raincoat and sturdy shoes.
* Do not drive through flooded areas.
* Be aware of the risk of landslides.
* If you see a downed power line, do not touch it. Call the power company immediately.
For more information on Typhoon Kong-rey, please visit the website of the Central Weather Bureau of Taiwan: https://www.cwb.gov.tw/V7e/