Hong Kong: Super Typhoon Ragasa, one of the fiercest storms to strike East Asia in recent years, has left a trail of destruction across Taiwan before sweeping into Hong Kong and China’s southern coast. In Taiwan’s Hualien County, tragedy struck as torrential rains caused barrier lakes to burst, unleashing flash floods that swallowed entire communities. Authorities confirmed at least 17 fatalities and reported an equal number missing. Survivors recounted how the water surged through towns in minutes, giving many families no chance to escape. Rescue operations remain underway, though rugged terrain and landslides are hampering efforts.

By the time Ragasa reached Hong Kong, it carried hurricane-force winds and pounding rain. Towering waves surged into the city’s waterfront, breaching sea w

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