Taiwan and the Philippines awoke to the news of two vessel sinkings amid Typhoon Gaemi and seasonal monsoon rains. In Manila Bay, a Philippine-flagged ship carrying 1.5 million litres of industrial fuel capsized, causing a significant oil spill that extends nearly 4 km. Authorities are working urgently to contain the spill to prevent it from reaching the capital’s shores, fearing it could become the worst oil spill in Philippine history. Sixteen crew members were rescued, but the Philippine Coast Guard found one body after several hours. Meanwhile, in Taiwan, a Tanzanian-flagged cargo ship sank, prompting rescuers to search for nine missing crew members along the coast.
Impact in Taiwan: Fatalities and Extensive Damage
In Taiwan, Typhoon Gaemi claimed the lives of three people and injured several others as it swept across the island. The typhoon brought with it winds reaching up to 180 km/h and heavy rainfall, causing widespread disruption. In the northern regions, flash floods and landslides were reported, damaging homes and infrastructure.
The Central Weather Bureau issued alerts for high winds and heavy rainfall, urging residents to stay indoors and secure loose objects. Other than that, there were flight cancellations and delays because of the same. Due to this, around a hundred passengers were stranded at airports.
Typhoon Gaemi: Path Towards the Chinese Coast
As Typhoon Gaemi continues its path towards the Chinese coast, authorities in the region are bracing for impact. The storm will soon reach coastal provinces such as Fujian and Zhejiang.
The Chinese Meteorological Administration has issued a yellow alert, advising residents to prepare for potential flooding and landslides. Fishing boats have been recalled to port, and emergency response teams have been mobilized.
The Typhoon Gaemi is expected to weaken as it makes landfall, but heavy rainfall could still pose significant risks to the affected areas. Typhoon Gaemi has struck the Philippines, causing extensive flooding in the capital, Manila. The typhoon brought torrential rains and winds of up to 150 km/h, leading to the inundation of low-lying areas.
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