Typhoon Bavi takes aim at China as Taiwan’s capital shuts schools; over 17,000 evacuated

Typhoon Bavi is heading towards China after causing significant disruptions in Taiwan, where Taipei has closed schools and over 17,000 people have been evacuated. Flights to neighboring countries like Japan and Hong Kong have been canceled, indicating the storm's severity. This situation underscores the potential threat large typhoons pose to densely populated areas in East Asia, emphasizing the importance of robust disaster preparedness and response strategies. The impact on travel highlights the broader economic and logistical challenges such natural disasters can impose.