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Taiwan shuts schools and grounds flights as Typhoon Champi brushes by

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Briefings

Taiwan shut down schools, offices, and canceled all domestic and international flights as Typhoon Champi approached on October 23, 2026. The typhoon peaked at 298 kph winds but weakened to 155 kph as it swept by the island's northeastern tip before turning north toward Japan. One person was killed in Liuqiu, with over 170 injured and more than 2,600 evacuated from mountainous areas. The Central Weather Administration urged residents to avoid outdoor activities and driving. Taipei saw light showers and gusts, while high-speed rail and the subway remained open.

Key points

• Taiwan canceled all 262 domestic and 669 international flights as Typhoon Champi approached on October 23, 2026.
• One person was killed in Liuqiu, a small island off Taiwan's southeastern coast, while over 170 others were injured.

Context

Typhoon Champi is expected to have a massive radius of around 320 kilometers, large enough to engulf most of Taiwan. The Central Weather Administration urged residents to avoid outdoor activities and driving. Taiwan's Central Weather Administration urged residents in coastal areas to avoid outdoor activities and driving and be cautious of falling objects. The capital Taipei, in northern Taiwan, saw light showers and gusts of winds. High-speed rail services on the western coast were operating normally.

Limitations

Coverage is limited to the specific event on October 23, 2026, with no additional background on the typhoon's history or future impacts beyond the immediate evacuation and flight cancellations.

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