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Typhoon K is barreling towards Taiwan, poised to be the fiercest storm the island has faced in nearly a decade. With thousands already evacuated from landslide-prone areas, the question looms: How will Taiwan weather this tempest?
As the storm approaches, the atmosphere is tense but not frantic. While the streets of most cities are eerily quiet due to a national directive, there's a notable absence of panic. This isn't the first time the Taiwanese have faced such a threat; they've become accustomed to these natural disasters. However, the central mountainous region and the eastern part, near the city of H, are areas of particular concern. These areas, still reeling from a recent 7.2 magnitude earthquake, are now bracing for potentially devastating landslides triggered by the expected 70 inches of rain.
How are authorities preparing for this impending disaster? Taiwan's response mechanism is well-oiled, with 29,000 troops on standby and 4,000 individuals already evacuated from high-risk areas. Interestingly, this typhoon arrives concurrently with the island's largest annual war games and military exercises, which also prepare for natural disaster situations. There's hope that the drills conducted this week will be immediately applicable when Typhoon K strikes.
But what about the damage left in its wake? After ravaging the Philippines, Typhoon K left a trail of destruction. Philippine cities, including the capital Manila, are underwater, with 12 reported deaths and over 600,000 people displaced. The fear is that Taiwan might face a similar fate, though there are hopes that the impact will be less severe.
Will Taiwan's preparation and resilience be enough to withstand Typhoon K's wrath? Stay tuned as we follow this story closely.
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