Typhoon Bawei Leaves 87 Injured, 1456 Incidents in Taiwan

Typhoon Bawei has impacted Taiwan, resulting in 87 injuries and 1456 reported incidents across the island as of Friday afternoon. Fortunately, no fatalities or disappearances have been recorded. The Central Emergency Operation Center is managing the ongoing response, with various units actively engaged in rescue and control efforts.

The number of injured has significantly increased, with Kaohsiung reporting the highest number of cases at 26, followed by Taichung and Yunlin with 12 each. Injuries primarily occurred due to strong winds and slippery roads causing falls for motorcyclists and cyclists, or from falling debris and accidents during typhoon preparations. Most injured individuals have been treated and released from hospitals, with no reports of severe injuries or deaths.

In terms of general damage, 1456 incidents have been reported, a substantial increase from previous tallies. Of these, 842 have been resolved, while 614 are still being addressed by local governments. Fallen trees account for the largest share of damage with 720 cases, followed by disruptions to public utilities and infrastructure (407 cases), building damage (112 cases), and damaged billboards (80 cases). Authorities are continuing to monitor the situation, issue warnings, and implement precautionary evacuations in affected areas.