Typhoon Krathon: A Looming Threat to Taiwan and the Philippines
The West Pacific typhoon season has been particularly active in 2024, with the latest storm, Typhoon “Krathon,” reaching super typhoon strength on September 30.
The West Pacific typhoon season has been particularly active in 2024, with the latest storm, Typhoon “Krathon,” reaching super typhoon strength on September 30.
Taiwan is bracing for TyphoonGaemi, the first typhoon to hit Taiwan this year.
Hong Kong, July 24, 2024: While Hong Kong remains under the influence of Tropical Cyclone Prapiroon, another weather system is brewing in the region. Tropical Storm Gaemi has intensified into a typhoon and is heading towards Taiwan.
Taiwan recently experienced its strongest earthquake in 25 years, resulting in casualties and significant damage across the island.
Typhoon Koinu made a forceful landfall in southern Taiwan on October 4, 2023, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake.