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Typhoon Gaemi has unleashed chaos in central China's Hunan Province, with torrential rains flooding streets, damaging hundreds of homes, and leaving villages without power since July 26. Over 2 million residents are reportedly impacted, as rescue teams scramble to provide aid in Zixing City – the hardest-hit area .
Local officials confirmed widespread infrastructure damage, including collapsed bridges and blocked roads. 'We're prioritizing evacuations and restoring essential services,' said a Hunan disaster response coordinator during a live briefing. Emergency shelters have opened, while drones and boats are being deployed to reach isolated communities .
Why it matters: This storm highlights growing climate challenges in East Asia, with 2024 seeing a 30% increase in typhoon activity compared to last year. Scientists warn such events could become more frequent due to changing weather patterns.
Stay tuned to NewspaperAmigo.com for real-time updates as relief efforts continue. Pro tip: Travelers planning trips to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park should check weather alerts – the UNESCO site remains closed until further notice .
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Why it matters: This storm highlights growing climate challenges in East Asia, with 2024 seeing a 30% increase in typhoon activity compared to last year. Scientists warn such events could become more frequent due to changing weather patterns.
Pro tip: Travelers planning trips to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park should check weather alerts – the UNESCO site remains closed until further notice 
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