Typhoon Bavi triggers deadly mudslides in Philippines; Taiwan, China brace for impact

Typhoon Bavi has caused at least 15 deaths in two mudslides on the Philippine island of Mindanao, with six people still unaccounted for, according to local authorities. The devastating mudslides were triggered by the intense rainfall associated with the approaching storm. The typhoon, described as the largest in decades, is projected to make landfall in Taiwan and the southwestern Japanese islands before reaching southeastern China on Sunday night. Residents in Taiwan and China are bracing for severe weather conditions, including heavy precipitation, flooding, and powerful winds. In preparation for the typhoon's arrival, Taiwan has implemented numerous safety measures. Over two thousand people have been evacuated, and numerous schools and offices have been closed. The port city of Keelung is anticipated to be among the most heavily affected areas. Earlier in the week, the super typhoon impacted Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands with strong winds and heavy rain. Although it has since weakened and been reclassified as a typhoon, its path across the western Pacific continues to pose a significant threat to the region.