Taiwan shuts down schools and businesses as Typhoon Champi approaches
As Typhoon Champi approached Taiwan, most businesses and schools were closed across the island Friday and hundreds of flights were canceled in the region. Authorities reported at least one death and dozens of injuries and more than 1,200 people have evacuated their homes.
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France 24
As Typhoon Champi approached Taiwan, most businesses and schools were closed across the island Friday and hundreds of flights were canceled in the region. Authorities reported at least one death and dozens of injuries and more than 1,200 people have evacuated their homes.
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New York Times
One expert said the likelihood that a mayor announces closure of work and school because of a typhoon increases 31 percent during an election year.