Typhoon Mekkhala's outer bands have unleashed heavy rains and localized flooding across Taipei and southern Taiwan. Authorities are evacuating over 200 residents in eastern Taiwan due to a rapidly filling barrier lake, a stark reminder of last year's deadly breach. While no casualties are reported yet, the island braces for continued rainfall, crucial for replenishing reservoirs after dry winters.

Typhoon Mekkhala's outer bands have unleashed heavy rains and localized flooding across Taipei and southern Taiwan. Authorities are evacuating over 200 residents in eastern Taiwan…

TAIPEI, June 25 — Heavy rains from a passing typhoon caused localised flooding in Taipei and parts of southern Taiwan today, while more than 200 people on the east coast will be...

Typhoon Mekkhala, now nearing Japan's Ryukyu Islands brought heavy rain to parts of Taiwan, shutting down schools and offices amid warnings | World News

Typhoon Mekkhala moves towards southern Japan after bringing torrential rain to Taiwan

Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleJapanese authorities are evacuating over two…