Hurricane Helene wreaked havoc across the US’ west coast, with Typhoon Krathon expected to make landfall in Taiwan on Wednesday.
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00:00At least 130 people have died and hundreds more are still missing after Hurricane Helene tore through the U.S. state of North Carolina in recent days.
00:12The storm also bogged down roads, caused blackouts and left people stranded.
00:17This is the worst flooding the state has seen in a century, with rainfall estimates in some areas topping more than 61 centimeters.
00:26Government officials and volunteers have been working to deliver supplies by air truck and even mule to the state's Appalachian towns and surrounding communities.
00:37In East Asia, Taiwan closed schools and offices and evacuated hundreds from vulnerable areas ahead of the strong typhoon Krathong expected to make landfall on Wednesday.
00:49The Defense Ministry said nearly 40,000 troops have been deployed to prepare for the expected rescue efforts.