East Asia is preparing for Typhoon Bavi after deadly landslides in the Philippines left at least 15 people dead.
Authorities across Taiwan, Japan, China, and the Philippines are on high alert as Typhoon Bavi moves across the Pacific, bringing the threat of destructive winds, torrential rain, and widespread flooding.
In the southern Philippines, at least 15 people have died after landslides triggered by heavy rain buried homes overnight. Rescue teams are continuing to search for missing residents, while officials warn that moderate to heavy rainfall will persist through the weekend.
Typhoon Bavi stretches nearly 1,000 kilometres across, making it one of the largest storms to threaten the region in decades. The storm is expected to lash Taiwan’s northern and eastern regions, brush Japan’s remote islands, and make landfall in south-eastern China on Saturday.
How the Continent is Preparing
Taiwan’s Central Weather Administration warned that some areas could receive up to one metre of rainfall. Around 29,000 soldiers have been placed on standby for emergency response, while thousands of sandbags have been distributed to communities at risk of flooding.
The approaching typhoon has already disrupted daily life. Schools have suspended classes, dozens of flights have been cancelled, and supermarkets have seen shelves emptied. As residents stock up on food, water, and emergency supplies.
Farmers across Taiwan rushed to harvest crops before the storm arrived, while fishermen secured their boats along the coast.
China has also warned that Typhoon Bavi could have a significant impact, with forecasters suggesting the storm may strike the country twice before weakening. Officials urged northern provinces, which rarely experience typhoons, to strengthen emergency preparations.
Meanwhile, Japan’s Sakishima Islands remain on alert. Airlines including Japan Airlines and All Nippon Airways have cancelled hundreds of flights, affecting about 40,000 passengers. Thai Airways and Malaysia Airlines have also suspended several flights to and from Taipei.
The latest threat comes just days after Typhoon Maysak devastated parts of southern China, killing at least 39 people. Also forcing the evacuation of more than 130,000 residents, and causing severe agricultural losses.
Meteorologists warn that warmer global temperatures are contributing to stronger and more destructive storms across the region.
Emergency agencies are urging residents to follow official warnings as Typhoon Bavi approaches.
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