Super Typhoon Ragasa has unleashed chaos in China's Taiwan region, leaving at least 14 dead and 18 injured as of Wednesday, with rescue teams scrambling to locate missing individuals. 💦 The storm’s torrential rains caused the catastrophic collapse of the Mataian Creek barrier lake in Hualien, triggering flash floods that swept away a critical bridge and submerged Guangfu Township.
Over 1,800 households were evacuated amid rising waters, with emergency crews working around the clock. 🚑 Local authorities described the flooding as "unprecedented," while social media footage showed cars floating like rubber ducks and streets transformed into rivers. 🚗💨
Meteorologists warn that climate change is intensifying typhoon impacts across Asia, urging preparedness for extreme weather. 🌍🔍 Residents in coastal areas are advised to stay alert as the storm’s remnants move northward.
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Typhoon Ragasa leaves 14 dead, 18 injured in China's Taiwan region
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