Taipei: At least 14 people have died and 124 are missing after Typhoon Ragasa hit Taiwan. 18 people were injured in the disaster. The death toll is likely to rise.
The storm has caused heavy rain in southern Taiwan, with hundreds of trees uprooted due to coastal flooding. Several buildings have been damaged, officials said.
Typhoon Ragasa hit southern China on Tuesday, causing widespread rain in many places. Officials have appealed to the public to be vigilant as the storm is likely to hit the Hong Kong coast on Wednesday.
The meteorological department has also warned of possible flooding and landslides in various places. Officials have ordered the closure of offices and schools in at least 10 cities in southern China. This has affected millions of people, including students, sources said.