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Forecast of terrible storm Krathon, schools-colleges closed in Taiwan, 'lockdown' like situation | News India

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taiwan Typhoon Krathon: After causing devastation in the Philippines, Typhoon Krathon is moving towards Taiwan. The Taiwan government has taken precautionary measures in view of the storm. On Wednesday, it has been announced that all offices, schools, colleges and markets will be closed in large parts of the country including the capital Taipei. Hundreds of flights were grounded in Taiwan on Wednesday due to the typhoon.

Will the storm cause devastation?

The Meteorological Department of Taiwan has predicted that this storm can cause huge devastation. Will cause terrible waves and torrential rains on a Cretan coastline. In view of the current situation, the Taiwan government has advised people to stay at home and stay away from the sea, rivers and mountains.

The government has made preparations

Taiwan's meteorological department said the typhoon could hit Kaohsiung and neighboring Taiwan on Thursday morning, then cross the west coast and head towards the capital, Taipei. Meanwhile, the government has kept 38 thousand army personnel ready in standby mode to deal with the storm.

impact of storm

According to reports, Cyclonic Storm Krathon is moving towards Taiwan. Ahead of the storm, rain has been lashing coastal areas of Liwan, which also caused landslides on State Highway 9. Traffic was halted between Su'ao in Yilan County and Chongde in Hualien. Many vehicles are stuck near Huide Tunnel. However, no casualties have been reported yet.