Asia-Pacific

Typhoon Koinu: At least one dead and 304 injured as intense rainstorms hit Taiwan

Authorities close schools and offices with more than 62,000 homes and businesses without power

Typhoon Koinu brought wind gusts of up to 342km/h, the third strongest gust recorded globally, as it swept past Taiwan's rural far southern tip. Video: Reuters
Helen Davidson in Taipei
Thu Oct 05 2023 - 12:27 • 2 MIN READ

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