Typhoon Hagasah has caused widespread devastation in the Taiwan region, leaving at least 14 dead and 18 injured as of Wednesday morning, according to local authorities. Rescue teams are searching for missing individuals amid ongoing heavy rains and landslides.
The storm, which made landfall early Tuesday, triggered flash floods and disrupted transportation networks, cutting off access to several mountainous villages. Emergency response teams have deployed helicopters and heavy machinery to reach affected areas, while shelters across the region house thousands of displaced residents.
Meteorologists warn that residual rainfall could prolong recovery efforts, with experts linking the storm's intensity to broader climate patterns affecting Asia's typhoon season. The incident highlights growing concerns about disaster preparedness in coastal and mountainous communities across the region.
