Typhoon Bavi approaches Taiwan after causing regional disruptions

Typhoon Bavi is approaching northern and eastern Taiwan, prompting the evacuation of over 14,000 residents. The Central Weather Administration describes it as the largest typhoon to hit the region since 1995, with wind gusts reaching 227 kilometers per hour. Schools, businesses, and shops have been ordered to close across most of the island, and 917 international flights along with all domestic flights were cancelled. Rail services are operating on a limited schedule, and ferry routes have been suspended as authorities warn of dangerous waves between four and six meters high. Residents have been placing sandbags in Taipei to prevent potential flooding, while authorities monitor threats to Keelung and Yilan County. After passing the Sakishima Islands in Japan, the storm is projected to head toward mainland China, specifically the city of Wenzhou, by Sunday. While some residents have ignored warnings, officials urge continued vigilance due to the intensity of the storm.