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Typhoon Ragasa Devastates China: 27 Dead, 2 Million Evacuated

9/26/2025

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Ragasa Devastates China

Ragasa made landfall in Guangdong, China, on September 24, with 27 deaths.
Guangdong evacuated nearly 2 million residents as schools and businesses closed.
Taiwan reported barrier lake overflow in Guangfu township, leaving 15 dead and 33 missing.
Hong Kong endured hurricane winds, over 90 injuries, and hotel lobby flooding.
As Ragasa weakens, rainfall and landslides threaten southern China and Vietnam.

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Ragasa Triggers Evacuations

Hong Kong shut down on Sept 23 as Super Typhoon Ragasa neared, triggering No. 8 signals.
Authorities evacuated over 1 million people in Guangdong and canceled more than 700 flights.
The typhoon made landfall in the Philippines, with at least three deaths.
It is expected to make landfall in Guangdong between midday and late Wednesday, prompting stockpiling and flood precautions.

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Ragasa Devastates China

Ragasa made landfall in Guangdong, China, on September 24, with 27 deaths.
Guangdong evacuated nearly 2 million residents as schools and businesses closed.
Taiwan reported barrier lake overflow in Guangfu township, leaving 15 dead and 33 missing.
Hong Kong endured hurricane winds, over 90 injuries, and hotel lobby flooding.
As Ragasa weakens, rainfall and landslides threaten southern China and Vietnam.

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