Typhoon Champi Leaves One Dead, Hundreds Injured Across Taiwan

Typhoon Champi left a trail of damage across Taiwan, toppling a 250-ton crane, knocking down power lines, and uprooting trees as strong winds and heavy rain swept through the island. As of Saturday, one person had died and more than 500 were injured, while over 277,000 households experienced power outages. Northern Taiwan announced a second day of work closures as authorities responded to more than 6,000 damage reports. Green Island and Orchid Island were among the hardest-hit areas. Forecasters say the storm is weakening, but officials continue monitoring conditions as recovery efforts begin.