A strong typhoon has skirted past most of the Philippines but appears to be gaining strength and heading directly for Taiwan on the weekend.
In this Thursday, Sept, 9, 2021, satellite image released by NASA, Typhoon Chanthu, right, develops into a powerful typhoon moving towards Taiwan, top left. Chanthu continues gaining strength and is expected to make landfall in Taiwan over the weekend. via AP)
As Chanthu moves west-northwest past the Philippines, current forecasts are that it will most likely hit the east coast of Taiwan on Sunday morning, with the potential of hitting the island head-on if it tacks more to the west, or missing it entirely if it veers to the east.The bureau said high waves were expected along Taiwan’s southern coast and in the Bashi Channel between its southern tip and the northernmost island in the Philippines.
“Considering these developments, the public and disaster risk reduction and management offices concerned are advised to take all necessary measures to protect life and property.”
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