TAIPEI, Taiwan -- Known as the strongest storm of the year in the world, Typhoon Ragasa churned through parts of the Western Pacific and slammed into southern China, whipping massive waves, triggering floods and leaving at least 27 dead in its wake in Taiwan and the Philippines.

Vietnam evacuates thousands and shuts airports only days after Super Typhoon Ragasa - Typhoon Bualoi is expected to hit central Vietnam this evening

Super Typhoon Ragasa swept across the Philippines, Taiwan and southern China in September 2025, bringing fierce winds and pounding rain, but footage of people struggling against gale on a train platform does not show the recent storm.

A super typhoon named Ragasa is heading toward Hong Kong, China and Taiwan after wreaking havoc in the Philippines.The typhoon left three dead and forced thousands to evacuate and now Hong Kong

Taiwan's fire department said on Wednesday that 124 people remained missing in Hualien county, in eastern Taiwan, after a barrier lake overflowed and unleashed a flood during a typhoon, according to Reuters news agency. We'll bring you further updates.

The Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that all Indonesian citizens in areas affected by Typhoon Ragasa are safe so far.

Storm disruptions and pre-holiday demand sent rates soaring up to 50 percent as canceled flights created a capacity crunch.

Singapore's MFA confirms no Singaporeans were injured during Typhoon Ragasa in Taiwan, urging registration and travel insurance for future trips. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.