Typhoon Ragasa Hits the Philippines

Super typhoon Ragasa has made landfall in the Philippines, causing widespread evacuations and significant damage. The storm, with wind gusts reaching 285 km/h, hit Panuitan Island in the northern Cagayan province.

Despite a slight weakening, Ragasa still poses a high risk of life-threatening storm surges, with peak heights exceeding 3 meters. Authorities have warned of extensive flooding, landslides, and damage to infrastructure. Schools and government offices across large parts of the country, including the capital Manila, have been closed as a precautionary measure.

The typhoon is now moving westward, threatening Taiwan, Hong Kong, and southern China. These regions are preparing for heavy rains and strong winds in the coming days. In China's Guangdong province, residents have been advised to prepare for a potential 'catastrophic' disaster, with plans to evacuate 400,000 people in Shenzhen alone.