Typhoon Chanthu set for Taiwan after lashing Philippines
By DW
19 September 2021 |
10:37 am
Taiwan is urging residents to stay indoors and brace for torrential rain and heavy winds as Typhoon Chanthu approaches. Gusts of wind reached up to 250 kph (155 mph) over the Philippines.
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