Typhoon Haikui wreaks havoc in Taiwan, suspends work, transport, and classes

Taiwan suspended work, transport, and classes as Typhoon Haikui made landfall, bringing strong winds and heavy rains. No injuries or serious damage were reported, but thousands of people were evacuated from high-risk areas. Power outages affected tens of thousands of homes, and some shops remained open to dispose of perishable goods. The typhoon is expected to continue towards China. Meanwhile, Typhoon Saola weakened along the Chinese coast, prompting the suspension of business, transport, and classes in Hong Kong and other areas. China's military continued to conduct operations near Taiwan, despite the storms.