Typhoon Danas made landfall in Chiayi County of China's Taiwan at 23:40 local time on Sunday, causing damage to roads and blackout across the island.
According to China's meteorological authorities, Danas is the fourth typhoon of the year and the first to land on Taiwan's main island this year. Its most severe effects were felt from Sunday night into Monday morning, bringing heavy rainfall and strong winds along its path.
Unlike previous typhoons that approached Taiwan from east and moved westward, Danas made landfall in the island's southwest and moved all the way to its northeast, therefore prompting an expanded warning covering locations across the region.
The typhoon triggered mudslides along highways. Multiple county roads in Pingtung in southern Taiwan were disrupted due to flooding.
Kaohsiung City suffered a major power outage on Sunday night, affecting over 30,000 households.
Strong winds from the typhoon caused damages in Tainan City, according to reports. Pedestrians were injured by falling tree branches and signboards, while the exterior glass of department stores shattered. Additionally, residential electrical wires caught fire and exploded, leading to the collapse of building walls.
A total of 13 cities and counties in Taiwan suspended work and classes on Monday, while the frequency of high-speed train services was significantly reduced.
Strong winds and heavy rainfall started to hit Taiwan before Danas made landfall, prompting several ports to halt operations.
"All ships have been suspended, so no one will come in today. The rain is getting heavier as the typhoon approaches," said Mr. Zhang, a taxi driver.
Typhoon Danas causes damage in China's Taiwan
Typhoon Danas causes damage in China's Taiwan
Typhoon Danas causes damage in China's Taiwan
